WHEN TELEVISION MAKES CHARLATANS FAMOUS: Television, Spectacle and the Decline of Merit (INHUMANITAS, Band 95) - Softcover

De Benedictis, Corrado

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798188026837

Verlag: Independently published, 2026

Inhaltsangabe

When Television Makes Charlatans Famous: Television, Spectacle and the Decline of Merit
Television has shaped public opinion, influenced politics, created celebrities, and transformed modern culture for more than seventy years. But has it always served the public interest?
This thought-provoking essay examines the evolution of television from its educational origins to today's media landscape, where ratings, entertainment, controversy, and celebrity often compete with journalism, knowledge, and public responsibility.
Inside this book you will discover:
The history and evolution of modern television.
The rise of reality shows and talk shows.
How ratings influence programming decisions.
Celebrity culture and the decline of merit.
Journalism, misinformation, and public trust.
Television in the age of social media and artificial intelligence.
The importance of media literacy and critical thinking.
The future of public communication in democratic societies.
Balanced, accessible, and extensively researched, When Television Makes Charlatans Famous is an invitation to reflect on the relationship between media, culture, democracy, and personal responsibility.
A timely book for readers interested in media studies, journalism, politics, communication, and contemporary society.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Independently published
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2026
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 13: 9798188026837
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 97
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