“Print encourages a sense of closure, a sense that what is found in a text has been finalized, has reached a state of completion.”
Book:Orality and Literacy
Quote by Walter J. Ong
Work
Orality and Literacy
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
Author
Walter J. Ong
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
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