Neil Postman

American author and social critic

Neil Postman - American author and social critic
Born

March 8th, 1931
94 years ago

Died

2003
22 years ago — 72 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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An author and social critic focused on the effects of media on society. A prominent figure in the field of communication studies, he wrote extensively on the influence of television and other technologies on culture and education. His book 'Amusing Ourselves to Death' critically examined the impact of television on public discourse and democratic processes. He served as a professor at New York University and was the chairman of the Department of Culture and Communication. His work emphasized the need for critical engagement with media.

Authored 'Amusing Ourselves to Death'

Served as a professor at New York University

Critiqued the role of television in society

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