Marshall McLuhan (Philosopher of Communication Theory)
Profession: Philosopher of Communication Theory
Biography: Marshall McLuhan was a Canadian philosopher and media theorist. He is best known for his saying that "the medium is the message"—by which he meant that the form of communication was as important as its content—and the concept of a "global village" resulting from the worldwide spread of communications technologies.
McLuhan converted to Catholicism in 1937 after being influenced by the writings of G.K. Chesterton. He went on to teach at several Catholic universities, including St. Louis University and the University of Toronto.
During his career, McLuhan published a number of books that introduced what are now key concepts in media studies: "The Mechanical Bride" (1951), "The Gutenberg Galaxy" (1962), "Understanding Media: The Extensions of Man" (1964), "The Medium is the Massage" (1967) with Quentin Fiore, and "War and Peace in the Global Village" (1968), also with Fiore.
In "The Gutenberg Galaxy," McLuhan predicted the emergence of the internet and world wide web. He rose to celebrity status in the 1960s, making appearances on TV shows to discuss his ideas. McLuhan's theories have continued to influence future generations of thinkers as his expectations have only been realised with time.
McLuhan suffered a stroke in 1979 but continued working until his death in 1980.
Born: July 21, 1911
Birthplace: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Cancer
Died: December 31, 1980 (aged 69)
Cause of Death: Died in his sleep
Personal Life
- 1939-08-04 Philosopher of communication theory Marshall McLuhan (28) weds teacher and aspiring actress Corinne Lewis (27)
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