An intense examination of the effects of technology on literacy and language. The authors argue that there is a phenomenon transforming modern culture--language is becoming part of a technology of "information systems" with an emphasis on control, rather than human exchange. As a result, all language is becoming debased.
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An intense examination of the effects of technology on literacy and language. The authors argue that there is a phenomenon transforming modern culture--language is becoming part of a technology of "information systems" with an emphasis on control, rather than human exchange. As a result, all language is becoming debased.
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Add this copy of Abc: the Alphabetization of the Popular Mind to cart. $10.71, very good condition, Sold by Books From California rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Simi Valley, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1988 by North Point Press.
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Fine in Near Very Fine jacket. Book Smaller, sturdy book, quality dark red cloth, bright gilt lettering on spine, 165 pages, DJ glossy black background beneath mylar, dark red border at top and bottom edges, one with letters of the alphabet, three letters with colophon at top front, DJ has very tiny tear at bottom front tip. Near Very Fine DJ/Very Fine book.
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Near Fine in Near Fine jacket. History, General A clean, unmarked book with a tight binding. Previous owner's name label inside. Full maroon cloth boards. 166 pages.
