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The Bias of Communication

By Innis, Harold A.

The Bias of Communication

By Innis, Harold A.

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The Bias of Communication, first published in 1951, is a foundational work in media theory that explores how the materials and technologies of communication shape human thought, culture, and history. Innis argues that every medium carries a bias toward time or space, which in turn influences the structure of societies and empires. The book redefines the study of media by showing that the form of communication is as consequential as its content. Through a series of incisive historical essays, Innis demonstrates how empires rise when they master space-biased media for expansion, yet collapse when they neglect time-biased traditions that ensure cultural continuity. From ancient Egypt's use of papyrus for imperial control and the oral traditions that sustained Greek philosophy, to the history of printing in England and communication in the United States, Innis traces how the balance between time- and space-oriented media determines the fate of civilizations. The Bias of Communication is a profound study that remains essential for anyone seeking to understand the deep historical currents beneath today's media-saturated world.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
324
Release Date:
2026-02-06
Publication Date:
2026-02-06
Publisher:
Spinebill Press
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0645594857
ISBN13:
9780645594850
Weight:
292 g
Height:
108 cm
Width:
178 cm
Thickness:
19 cm
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