“Celebrity-worship and hero-worship should not be confused. Yet we confuse them every day, and by doing so we come dangerously close to depriving ourselves of all real models. We lose sight of the men and women who do not simply seem great because they are famous but are famous because they are great. We come closer and closer to degrading all fame into notoriety.”
Quote by Daniel J. Boorstin
Work
The Image or What Happened to the American Dream
This book delves into the historical and cultural shifts that have shaped the American Dream, examining its origins, its transformation over time, and the factors contributing to its perceived decline. more
Author
Daniel J. Boorstin
Daniel J. Boorstin was an influential American historian known for his research on historical writing and public knowledge. His work emphasized the connection between history and contemporary life, as well as the role of historians in shaping public consciousness. more
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