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“For the satiated, both sex and speed are pretty boring until the element of danger and even death is introduced.”

Quote by Marshall McLuhan

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Marshall McLuhan

Marshall McLuhan was a renowned Canadian philosopher, communication theorist, and media theorist whose theories had a profound impact on modern media and communication technologies. His famous 'The Medium is the Message' theory, among others, has influenced the fields of advertising, film, television, and the internet. more

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