"Amusing Ourselves to Death" is a book by Neil Postman published in 1985. It argues that television and visual media have transformed public discourse, leading to a decline in critical thinking and serious conversation. Postman suggests that entertainment has become the primary mode of communication, overshadowing rational debate and meaningful engagement with important issues. The book contrasts the print-based culture of the past with the television-dominated society of the present. Postman warns that this shift prioritizes superficial entertainment over substantive content, ultimately diminishing the quality of public life and democracy. He emphasizes the need for awareness of media's influence on society.