Manufacturing Consent

In Manufacturing Consent, Edward S. Herman and Noam Chomsky present a detailed critique of mass media, arguing that news outlets serve the interests of corporate and political elites rather than the public. They introduce the "propaganda model," which explains how media content is shaped by ownership, advertising, government influence, and ideological bias. The book provides case studies of media coverage on foreign policy, showing how public perception is manipulated through selective reporting and framing.

Why read this book?

• A critical examination of how mainstream media functions and influences public opinion.

• Introduces the "propaganda model," a framework still relevant in analyzing today’s media landscape.

• Challenges readers to think critically about news, information sources, and censorship.

• Co-authored by Noam Chomsky, one of the most influential intellectuals of the modern era.

About the Authors

Edward S. Herman (1925–2017) was an economist and media analyst known for his work on political economy and mass media. He co-authored multiple books with Noam Chomsky on media criticism and international affairs.
Noam Chomsky (b. 1928) is a renowned linguist, philosopher, and political activist. His contributions to linguistics revolutionized the field, while his writings on politics and media, including Manufacturing Consent and Hegemony or Survival, have had a significant global impact.