Presents a statement about communication in contemporary life. This title offers a comprehensive appraisal of mass communication. It provides a critical perspective on media and communication in society. It contains critical insights into the state of mass communication, democracy, and the construction of the self in society.

With a lively and engaging style, "Myths for the Masses" provides a critical, interdisciplinary, and historically informed statement about communication in contemporary life. It is written by Hanno Hardt, one of the world's leading authorities on the subject. It offers a comprehensive appraisal of mass communication. It provides a critical perspective on media and communication in society. It contains critical insights into the state of mass communication, democracy, and the construction of the self in society.

Preface.
1. Mass Communication and the Promise of Democracy.
2. Mass Communication and the Meaning of Self in Society.
Bibliography.
Subject Index.