Subliminal Seduction by Wilson Bryan Key
Ad Media's Manipulation of a Not So Innocent America
This work argues that advertisers embed subliminal images and words—often sexual or death-related—into visuals to unconsciously influence consumer behavior. Using analyses of print ads and purported hidden cues, it claims these messages bypass conscious awareness to shape desire and purchasing decisions. It raised ethical concerns about manipulation and media power while sparking controversy over the credibility of its evidence and methods.
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- 1996
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- American
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- Original Language
- English
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