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Discover the compelling exploration of modern media with 'Audience of One', a groundbreaking book by James Poniewozik that unravels the intricate relationship between mass media and politics. In this BRAND NEW hardcover edition (ISBN: 9781631498152), Poniewozik provides an incisive narrative that spans from the early 1980s to present day, illustrating how the seismic shifts in television shaped contemporary culture and society. This 304-page masterpiece has been celebrated for its humor, sharp observations, and critical analysis, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the evolution of media and its impact on American life.
Delving deep into the evolution of the media landscape, Poniewozik paints a vivid picture of how influential figures, particularly Donald Trump, have leveraged television’s transformation—from a singular mass medium to today’s fragmented, spite-filled environment. This book masterfully documents Trump’s journey from a brash billionaire to a reality TV juggernaut and Twitter’s most notorious user, encapsulating the essence of a culture entrenched in spectacle.
Perfect for readers seeking insights into media criticism and cultural commentary, 'Audience of One' is already regarded as a defining work of this generation. Its darkly entertaining narrative will leave readers both informed and engaged. Don't miss this chance to own a pivotal piece of contemporary literature.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781631498152
Year: 2020
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 304
Description:
No single book about the media more thoroughly captured the imagination of readers and critics in 2019 than Audience of One. ?Funny, acerbic and observant? (Gary Shteyngart, New York Times Book Review), New York Times chief television critic James Poniewozik offers a ?darkly entertaining? (Carlos Lozada, Washington Post) history of mass media from the early 1980s to today, demonstrating how a ?volcanic, camera-hogging antihero? merged with America's most powerful medium to become our forty-fifth president. In charting the seismic evolution of television from a monolithic mass medium into today's fractious confederation of ?spite-and-insult? media subcultures, Poniewozik reveals how Donald Trump took advantage of these historic changes by constantly reinventing himself: from a boastful cartoon zillionaire; to 1990s self-parodic sitcom fixture; to The Apprentice reality-TV star; and finally to Twitter-mad, culture-warring demagogue. Already lauded as a ?brilliant and daring? (Annalisa Quinn, NPR) work that defines a generation, Audience of One emerges as a classic in cultural criticism.
Delving deep into the evolution of the media landscape, Poniewozik paints a vivid picture of how influential figures, particularly Donald Trump, have leveraged television’s transformation—from a singular mass medium to today’s fragmented, spite-filled environment. This book masterfully documents Trump’s journey from a brash billionaire to a reality TV juggernaut and Twitter’s most notorious user, encapsulating the essence of a culture entrenched in spectacle.
Perfect for readers seeking insights into media criticism and cultural commentary, 'Audience of One' is already regarded as a defining work of this generation. Its darkly entertaining narrative will leave readers both informed and engaged. Don't miss this chance to own a pivotal piece of contemporary literature.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781631498152
Year: 2020
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 304
Description:
No single book about the media more thoroughly captured the imagination of readers and critics in 2019 than Audience of One. ?Funny, acerbic and observant? (Gary Shteyngart, New York Times Book Review), New York Times chief television critic James Poniewozik offers a ?darkly entertaining? (Carlos Lozada, Washington Post) history of mass media from the early 1980s to today, demonstrating how a ?volcanic, camera-hogging antihero? merged with America's most powerful medium to become our forty-fifth president. In charting the seismic evolution of television from a monolithic mass medium into today's fractious confederation of ?spite-and-insult? media subcultures, Poniewozik reveals how Donald Trump took advantage of these historic changes by constantly reinventing himself: from a boastful cartoon zillionaire; to 1990s self-parodic sitcom fixture; to The Apprentice reality-TV star; and finally to Twitter-mad, culture-warring demagogue. Already lauded as a ?brilliant and daring? (Annalisa Quinn, NPR) work that defines a generation, Audience of One emerges as a classic in cultural criticism.