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The force of the advertising word and image dwarfs the power of other literature in the 20th century
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"The force of the advertising word and image dwarfs the power of other literature in the 20th century"

- Daniel J. Boorstin

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This quote by Daniel J. Boorstin talks to the immense power of advertising in the 20th century. Advertising has ended up being a pervasive force in our lives, and its impact is far-reaching. Marketing has the power to form our opinions, our desires, and our habits. It has the power to develop trends, to shape our culture, and to affect our choices. Advertising has actually ended up being an effective tool for businesses to reach their target audiences and to promote their services and products. Advertising has become so powerful that it has actually eclipsed the power of other forms of literature in the 20th century. Marketing has actually become a huge part of our lives, and its influence is undeniable.

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Daniel J. Boorstin This quote is written / told by Daniel J. Boorstin between October 1, 1914 and February 28, 2004. He was a famous Historian from USA. The author also have 26 other quotes.

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