Technopoly
Neil Postman
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Technopoly
by Neil Postman
Published
2003
Publisher
Sifriyat poʻalim
Pages
176
ISBN-10
9650425098
Description
With characteristic wit and candor, Neil Postman, our most astute and engaging cultural critic, launches a trenchant--and harrowing--warning against the tyranny of machines over man in the late twentieth century. We live in a time when physical well-being is determined by CAT scan results. Facts need the substantiation of statistical study. The human mind needs "deprogramming" while computers catch devastating "viruses." We live, then, in a Technopoly -- a self-justifying, self-perpetuating system wherein technology of every kind is cheerfully granted sovereignty over social institutions and national life. In this provocative work, the author of *Amusing Ourselves to Death* chronicles our transformation from a society that uses technology to one that is shaped by it, as he traces its effects upon what we mean by politics, intellect, religion, history--even privacy and truth. But if *Technopoly* is disturbing, it is also a passionate rallying cry filled with a humane rationalism as it asserts the manifold means by which technology, placed within the context of our larger human goals and social values, is an invaluable instrument for furthering the most worthy human endeavors. --Publisher
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Technopoly?
This edition of Technopoly has approximately 176 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Technopoly?
For most readers, Technopoly typically takes between 3h 40m and 2h 27m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 44,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 56m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 44,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Technopoly?
The estimated word count for Technopoly is approximately 44,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Technopoly?
Technopoly was written by Neil Postman.
When was Technopoly published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2003. The original work may have been published on a different date.