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Understanding Media: (Routledge Classics)

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Marshall McLuhan is such an interesting figure. His oracular commentary on media is so much more than the "sci-fi nerdiness" that some 21st century critics accuse him of. If anything, his ideas are even more applicable today with new mediums such as the Internet. He's far more than a 60s craze - he's still worth reading.

Since most will probably already have an opinion or familiarity with his work, I'll restrict my comments to this particular edition.

This is part of the Routledge Classics series of small, slightly pricey editions. I say they're pricey because they're little paperbacks that tend to cost around $20, but then again, they aren't printed domestically. McLuhan, of course, wrote in English, so there's nothing in the way of translation to mention. I think the main difference between this Routledge edition and others such the Gingko Press edition is the lack of commentary. If you're looking some some editorial comments, critique, or other such features, you're better off elsewhere. The Routledge edition is just what McLuhan wrote - nothing extra.

***** - Five stars for McLuhan

**** - Four stars for this edition