Description
In an age of round-the-clock headlines, this thoughtful guide examines how the news shapes our attention, emotions, priorities, and understanding of the world. Through close readings of familiar stories—from disasters and crimes to celebrity romances and political scandals—it explores why certain events captivate us while others leave us indifferent, and what these reactions reveal about modern life. Combining cultural criticism, philosophy, and wry observation, the book offers a more deliberate way to interpret the daily stream of information and reclaim perspective amid the frenzy.
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paperback
Vintage
Published Feb 11, 2014
207 pages
ISBN: 9780307911728
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First Published
2014
Language
eng
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Content and trigger warnings for The News: A User's Manual by Alain De Botton.