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Routledge On the Public (Thinking in Action) - Philosophy Book

Name: Routledge On the Public (Thinking in Action) - Philosophy Book
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the complex nature of public opinion with On the Public (Thinking in Action) by Alastair Hannay. Published by Routledge, this book examines the fundamental questions surrounding the concept of the public. While media outlets frequently reference the American or British public, the actual definition of a public remains a subject of intense debate. In this work, Hannay unpacks a phenomenon that is widely discussed but often misunderstood. He investigates whether a single public exists or if there are many, and whether the concept itself is a myth. By tracing the historical origins of the public back to ancient Rome, the text provides a deep look into how these ideas shaped society. Readers will learn how the concept of a public sphere is tied to the development of democracy during the eighteenth century. This book serves as an essential resource for anyone interested in politics, philosophy, and the social sciences, offering a clear examination of how collective identity and opinion function in a democratic world.

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Examines the origins of the public concept starting from ancient Rome to help you understand historical foundations.

Explores the connection between the public sphere and the birth of democracy in the eighteenth century.

Investigates whether the idea of a unified public is a reality or a myth through deep philosophical inquiry.

Analyzes the differences between various types of publics, such as the movie-going or national public.

Provides a detailed look at how public opinion is formed and perceived in modern media contexts.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 041532792X
Category: Books > Subjects > Politics, Philosophy & Social Sciences > Philosophy > History & Schools of Thought > Western
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 18 May 2005
Listed Since: 09 February 2007

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