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Necessary Illusions: Thought Control in Democratic Societies

by Noam Chomsky
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Overview

This is an essential introduction to the "propaganda model" of media analysis. Chomsky offers a message of hope, reminding us that resistance is possible, necessary and effective.

Synopsis

Based on Chomsky's Massey Lectures, this is an essential introduction to the "propaganda model" of media analysis. A detailed, powerful critique of the use of propaganda in "free" societies.

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Book Details

Published
July 1, 1999
Publisher
South End Press
Pages
422
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780896083660

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