The Image
A Guide to Pseudo-Events in America
Daniel J. Boorstin
Explore the concept of "pseudo-events" and the modern definition of celebrity in this thought-provoking book first published in 1962. Discover how Daniel J. Boorstin's insights on American culture and its illusions remain relevant today in our world of manufactured news and fame. A must-read for anyone seeking to navigate the complexities of our society.
Fecha de publicación
1992-09-01T00:00:00.000Z
1992-09-01T00:00:00.000Z
publicado por primera vez en 1961
Calificación de Goodreads
4.08
ISBN
9780679741800
Recomendaciones
2
Recomendaciones
2022-04-10T19:15:06.000Z
A 'pseudo-event' is made-for-consumption media event, usually involving celebrities: entities known for their well-known-ness.
These now seem natural, but were once odd: life once consisted of real people and events.
Boorstin's book is outstanding. – fuente