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Historian and author Dr. Adrian Johns discusses the evolution of reading from clay tablets to audiobooks, literacy campaigns, attention spans, and dyslexia history. He touches on phonics, e-readers, and literacy rates. The conversation reflects on the impact of technology and societal changes on reading habits.
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- The evolution of reading practices from ancient cuneiform to industrial printing revolutionized literacy rates and access to written materials.
- Public education initiatives in the late 19th century aimed to increase literacy rates for an informed citizenry and workforce, raising concerns about educational quality and societal values.
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The Evolution of Reading Practices
Reading practices have evolved significantly over time, with ancient forms of cuneiform writing and hieroglyphics dating back thousands of years. The introduction of the printing press in the mid-1400s led to a significant increase in literacy rates and the circulation of written materials. The shift to industrial printing in the 19th century further revolutionized the accessibility of printed material, with newspapers like The Times printing thousands of copies per hour.
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