Age of reason Quote by Neil Postman
““In the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, print put forward a definition of intelligence that gave priority to the objective, rational use of the mind and at the same time encouraged forms of public discourse with serious, logically ordered content. It is no accident that the Age of Reason was coexistent with that growth of a print culture, first in Europe and then in America.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Amusing Ourselves to Death by Neil Postman, 1985
Print culture shaped the Age of Reason by promoting rational, logical discourse.
In simple terms: Printing fostered logical public discussion.
Key Takeaway
Encourage clear, logical communication.
Themes
knowledge
print culture
reason
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
historical
media studies
When to use this quote
- education
- journalism
- policy making
Key Concepts
media influence
public discourse
historical development
Questions to Reflect On
- How does modern media compare to print?
- Can rational discourse thrive today?
A Different Perspective
Print media can also spread misinformation.
