Propaganda and the ethics of persuasion

This book aims to develop a sophisticated understanding of propaganda. It begins with a brief history of early Western propaganda, including Ancient Greek classical theories of rhetoric and the art of persuasion, and traces its development through the Christian era, the rise of the nation-state, Wor...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Autor principal: Marlin, Randal, 1938- (-)
Formato: Libro
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Peterborough, Ont. ; Orchard Park, N.Y. : Broadview Press cop. 2002
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Sumario:This book aims to develop a sophisticated understanding of propaganda. It begins with a brief history of early Western propaganda, including Ancient Greek classical theories of rhetoric and the art of persuasion, and traces its development through the Christian era, the rise of the nation-state, World War I, Nazism, and Communism. The core of the book examines the ethical implications of various forms of persuasion.
Descripción Física:328 p. ; 23 cm
Bibliografía:Incluye referencias bibliográficas (p. 310-319) e índice
ISBN:9781551113760