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Philip N. Howard

    December 9, 1970

    Philip N. Howard is a professor and author whose work critically examines the profound impact of technology on political life. His insightful analyses delve into how the digital age is shaping both democracy and authoritarianism, exploring the new challenges and opportunities that emerge for political systems globally. Howard offers readers a crucial lens through which to understand the intricate relationship between technological advancement and the future of politics, providing a framework for navigating contemporary societal shifts.

    Lie Machines
    Democracy's Fourth Wave?
    Concentration and Power in the Food System
    Dead Eagles
    New Media Campaign Managed Cit
    The Square: Sweet
    • 2020

      Lie Machines

      • 240 pages
      • 9 hours of reading
      3.8(72)Add rating

      A disturbing account of how today's technologies are used to distract, mislead, and confuse us about politics--and what we can do about it

      Lie Machines
    • 2016

      A comprehensive and empirically-based overview of the impact of economic and industrial concentration upon the food system and wider economy, from seed to supermarket.

      Concentration and Power in the Food System
    • 2015

      Pax Technica

      • 352 pages
      • 13 hours of reading
      3.2(61)Add rating

      A technology expert describes a possible future, and its repercussions in the area of privacy, social control and political manipulation, of a world where more and more things, like eyeglasses, thermostats and home security systems are reliant on the Internet.

      Pax Technica
    • 2013

      Democracy's Fourth Wave?

      • 160 pages
      • 6 hours of reading
      3.6(13)Add rating

      In 2011, the international community watched as citizens mobilized through the Internet and digital media to topple three of the world's most entrenched dictators: Ben Ali in Tunisia, Mubarak in Egypt, and Qaddafi in Libya. This book examines not only the unexpected evolution of events during the Arab Spring, but the longer history of desperate-and creative-digital activism through the Arab world.

      Democracy's Fourth Wave?
    • 2013

      The Square: Sweet

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      4.6(19)Add rating

      Phil Howard's dedication to perfection informs every page of this monumental work of gastronomic creativity and technical expertise.

      The Square: Sweet
    • 2012

      The Square: Savoury

      • 352 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      The first part of an extraordinary two-volume work from two-Michelin-star chef, Phil Howard.

      The Square: Savoury
    • 2011

      Shark Island. Adventure Unleashed!

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      3.5(76)Add rating

      Hanna and Ned are on a dream holiday on Kaitan island when pirates attack, burning their home and kidnapping their parents. Stranded and uncertain of their parents' fate, the siblings must rely on themselves for survival and escape in this thrilling adventure.

      Shark Island. Adventure Unleashed!
    • 2011

      Dead Eagles

      • 315 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      4.1(82)Add rating

      U.S. Major John Randal, Commander of Strategic Raiding Forces is back, leading a crew of British Commandos, Royal Marines and Royal Navy raiders on bigger and bolder missions to foil Hitler's Third Reich.

      Dead Eagles
    • 2010

      Around the developing world, political leaders face a dilemma : the very information & communication technologies that boost economic fortunes also undermine power structures. This book looks at the role that communications technologies play in advancing democratic transitions in Muslim countries.

      The Digital Origins of Dictatorship and Democracy
    • 2005

      New Media Campaign Managed Cit

      • 288 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      The book critically examines the significant impact of information technologies on modern political campaigns. It explores how these technologies shape strategies, influence voter engagement, and alter the dynamics of political communication. By analyzing various case studies, the author highlights both the advantages and challenges posed by digital tools in the electoral process, providing insights into their transformative role in contemporary politics.

      New Media Campaign Managed Cit