London lectures in contemporary Christianity
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"First, the basic theme of these lectures is Muggeridge's conviction that the media (particularly television) has had an extremely negative effect on our civilization, and that this effect can only be expected to grow. In other words, he sees television not as something neutral which can be used for good or ill. Instead he sees it always tending toward evil, not good. The technical complexities, necessity of editing, and the demands of the public make the television producer turn reality into fantasy. Is he right? Is television beyond redemption? Whether or not he is right, he will make us think." --from the Foreword by Billy Graham.
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Books in this Series
Christ and the media
"First, the basic theme of these lectures is Muggeridge's conviction that the media (particularly television) has had an extremely negative effect on our civilization, and that this effect can only be expected to grow. In other words, he sees television not as something neutral which can be used for good or ill. Instead he sees it always tending toward evil, not good. The technical complexities, necessity of editing, and the demands of the public make the television producer turn reality into fantasy. Is he right? Is television beyond redemption? Whether or not he is right, he will make us think." --from the Foreword by Billy Graham.
Issues of life and death
"A fresh approach to some of today's most complex and controversial moral problems, designed to help clear our thinking on the crucial issues which confront society. Professor Norman Anderson has long been interested in the potential effects of genetic engineering, birth control, abortion, euthanasia, capital punishment and revolution. These issues are moral, he insists, and not just technological. His characteristically incisive approach and scrupulous research provide a stimulating re-examination of many issues often clouded by prejudice and emotion"--Unedited summary from book cover.