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THINGS HIDDEN 29: Andrew McLuhan on Marshall McLuhan, Rene Girard, and How Media Becomes Us

David Gornoski

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The Evolution of Storytelling and Identity

This chapter examines the transformation of storytelling through various media, reflecting on how each generation reinterprets classic narratives. It emphasizes the role of technology and concepts like mimesis in shaping human communication and identity, particularly through Marshall McLuhan's theories. The discussion highlights the impact of electrification and digital interaction on our understanding of self, relationships, and the integration of virtual and physical identities.

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