H M. (anchovy) reviewed on 1/4/2009 + 296 more book reviews

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"Media critics John Stauber and Sheldon Rampton would like American consumers to become better spin detectors. Behind much of what we read in newspapers or hear on TV, they say, are not cold, hard facts, but public relations specialists, who are masters at 'spin control,' directing what information is presented, by whom and in what context." -Anita Manning, USA Today.

A fascinating look at how "cold, hard facts" can be mercilessly made to say things completely opposite what they should be telling us. A worrysome cautionary tale, but definitely worth reading!

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