“Without writing, the literate mind would not and could not think as it does, not only when engaged in writing but normally even when it is composing its thoughts in oral form. More than any other single invention writing has transformed human consciousness.”
This book examines the fundamental distinctions between oral and literate cultures, exploring how the shift from spoken to written communication transforms human thought, expression, and social organization. It analyzes the characteristics of oral traditions, the cognitive and cultural implications of literacy, and the interplay between these modes of communication in various historical and contemporary contexts. more
Walter J. Ong was a prominent historian known for his comparative studies of oral and written traditions. His work has had a profound impact on understanding the historical development of language, culture, and communication. more
“Leaving sex to the feminists is like letting your dog vacation at the taxidermist.”
“A liberated woman is one who has sex before marriage and a job after.”
“Any sex outside of the marriage bond between a man and a woman is violating God's law.”
“The right diet directs sexual energy into the parts that matter.”