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Amusing Ourselves to Death by Neil Postman

Worker and Parasite

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The Influence of Television on Society

This chapter explores the impact of television on society, discussing how it shapes thinking and defines what is possible. The speaker delves into the degradation of society caused by television, the evolution of advertising, and the decline of critical thinking. They also touch on the suppression of ideas in favor of visual interest and the shift from a reading nation to an entertainment-focused society.

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