The author discusses some of the concerns addressed in his novel "Brave New World," covering such issues as brainwashing, overpopulation, and the use of propaganda in democratic societies.
The author discusses some of the concerns addressed in his novel "Brave New World," covering such issues as brainwashing, overpopulation, and the use of propaganda in democratic societies.
Seventeen essays explore propaganda in contemporary American politics, discussing language, symbols, and the media, particularly concerning the Iraq War.
the Cold War triumph of Radio Free Europe and Radio Liberty
Puddington, Arch
2000
Discusses how Radio Free Europe and Radio Liberty helped bring democracy to Eastern Europe, explains the CIA's involvement in the stations, and describes the Soviet and Eastern Bloc governments' attempts to silence the airwaves.
Presents a propaganda model that illuminates the forces that might cause the mass media to play a propaganda role, the processes by which they mobilize bias, and the patterns of news choices that ensue; and applies the propaganda model to the actual performance of the media in the U.S.
Takes a humorous look at some of history's deceptions and propaganda, including the effort to hide FDR's disability, the achievements of Dave Crockett, and the political spins that promoted modern military conflicts.
Contains more than two hundred alphabetized entries on mass persuasion and propaganda from 1500 to 2003, covering people, places, events, and such topics as film, posters, funerals, and morale.
