Once we have surrendered our senses and nervous systems to … - Marshall McLuhan

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Once we have surrendered our senses and nervous systems to the private manipulation of those who would try to benefit from taking a lease on our eyes and ears and nerves, we don't really have any rights left.

Marshall McLuhan

Understanding Media: The Extensions of Man · October 20, 1994 Verified in 1 source Sign up to see the complete provenance

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Herbert Marshall McLuhan (21 July 1911 – 31 December 1980) was a Canadian philosopher, futurist, and communications theorist.

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