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The Shallows

by Nicholas G. Carr · 2010

Psychology · ranked #58 in category

Examines the influences computer-delivered information may have on human cognition using Marshall McLuhan as the hook, the history of communication as the trajectory, and brain science as the tool.

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The verdict

Category
Psychology
First published
2010 · 2010s
Author
Nicholas G. Carr
Standing
Recommended

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