The Manipulation of the American Mind: Edward Bernays and the Birth of Public Relations

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The Manipulation Of American Mind

Edward Bernays was an influential Austrian-American journalist who created public relations, the idea that a person’s or company’s public image and their relationship with the general public can be managed. As you read, make note of the details that support how Edward Bernays’ work impacted the daily lives of Americans. This informational text is for grade 9 readers. This text is licensed under CC BY-ND 4.0.

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