Bibliograph

Why reading books still matters, the power of literature in digital times, Martha C. Pennington and Robert P. Waxler

Type

Label

Why reading books still matters, the power of literature in digital times, Martha C. Pennington and Robert P. Waxler

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Why reading books still matters

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

975372720

Responsibility statement

Martha C. Pennington and Robert P. Waxler

Sub title

the power of literature in digital times

Summary

Bringing together strands of public discourse about valuing personal achievement at the expense of social values and the impacts of global capitalism, mass media, and digital culture on the lives of children, this book challenges the potential of science and business to solve the world's problems without a complementary emphasis on social values. The selection of literary works discussed illustrates the power of literature and human arts to instill such values and foster change. The book offers a valuable foundation for the field of literacy education by providing knowledge about the importance and literature that educators can use in their own teaching and advocacy work. -- from back cover

Table Of Contents

The value of a literate culture -- A sketch of our world, current and future -- The digital world -- Living life onscreen and online -- Reading onscreen and online -- Education and literacy in digital culture -- How fiction and poetry work their magic -- A closer look at reading -- Psychological effects of reading literature -- We point the way and take you halfway there -- Mapping an alternative future

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