Originally published in 1985, Neil Postman's groundbreaking polemic about the corrosive effects of television on our politics and public discourse has been hailed as a twenty-first-century book published in the twentieth century. Now, with television joined by more sophisticated electronic media--from the Internet to cell phones to DVDs--it has taken on even greater significance. Amusing Ourselves to Death is a prophetic look at what happens when politics, journalism, education, and even religion become subject to the demands of entertainment. It is also a blueprint for regaining controlof our media, so that they can serve our highest goals.
Or split into 4x interest-free payments of 25% on orders over R50
Learn more
Originally published in 1985, Neil Postman's groundbreaking polemic about the corrosive effects of television on our politics and public discourse has been hailed as a twenty-first-century book published in the twentieth century. Now, with television joined by more sophisticated electronic media--from the Internet to cell phones to DVDs--it has taken on even greater significance. Amusing Ourselves to Death is a prophetic look at what happens when politics, journalism, education, and even religion become subject to the demands of entertainment. It is also a blueprint for regaining controlof our media, so that they can serve our highest goals.
Imprint | Penguin USA |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | December 2005 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 10 - 15 working days |
First published | December 2005 |
Authors | Neil Postman |
Introduction by | Andrew Postman |
Dimensions | 198 x 130 x 13mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback - Mass Market |
Pages | 184 |
Edition | 20th anniversary ed |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-14-303653-1 |
Barcode | 9780143036531 |
Categories | |
LSN | 0-14-303653-X |