Impact of Media on Society: From Print to Digital

Key Points and Literary Works

1. The War of the Worlds by Bryan Haskin: This story illustrates how a radio broadcast, intended as a joke, caused widespread panic. It claimed that Martians were invading Earth, leading to injuries and suicides. This highlights the significant influence of media on social and everyday life.
2. Pseudonyms and Nicknames: The frequent use of pseudonyms, aliases, and nicknames in literature and media.
3. Inclination: This refers to a thematic preference, similar to a recurring motif.
4. Belisa Crepusculario by Isabel Allende: This story features a woman who sells words at varying prices. She utilizes a form of oral communication and even composes love letters, showcasing the power of language.
5. The Things Seen by Jorge Teillier: This short poem suggests that the media's influence can be predictable. Many people only learn what they are told and do not seek information independently.
6. Early: To advance psychologically in terms of age.
7. Course: This refers to something that attempts to be something else but falls short.
8. Decides that the Government Does Not Exist by Eduardo Galeano: This narrative describes a government's denial of a volcanic eruption, despite its occurrence. It highlights the potential for misinformation and the importance of truth.
9. The Electronic Revolution: Newspaper Article: This article discusses the historical lack of communication and the resulting abuses. It credits the creation of the newspaper with addressing these issues. It also explores the newspaper's interconnectedness with the social world and the problems it both causes and helps to solve. The article mentions the shift from non-daily newspapers to word-of-mouth communication.
10. Art Notes: This text explores how art transforms some individuals, becoming more than a lifestyle but a way of being. It emphasizes the importance of not only what they see but also what they know, which is reflected in their art.

Additional Notes

• Truculence: Refers to quarrels or disputes.
• Imprint: A mark or impression left behind.
• Notes on the Author's Last Trip to His Hometown: This piece discusses the arrival of television among the Mapuche people and the revolution it caused for them.