In my opinion one of the most important facts about chapter one was about evolving nature of communication during the medieval and Renaissance era. The two most important ways of convincing others were in the form of preaching and reading. Due to the fact that most people back in the day couldn't read or write it was important to have at least one person there that was educated. A king would have someone on staff that knew how to write and would have that person write laws that the kingdom had to obey.
The second important way of convincing others back in the good old days was preaching. Since many people were illiterate a preacher was needed to interpret the bible. So this was a powerful position, due to the fact that they could basically tell their audience what they believe to be the true interpretation of the bible. which might be a falsehood.
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After reading your post I was trying to imagine what it would be like if I was illiterate and frankly the thought scares me. Not only would it mean that I would have no way of checking if what other people told me was actually true, but it would also mean that the great pleasure I derive from reading a good book (whether fictitious or not) would no longer exist. However, what makes me the saddest is that illiteracy is actually not that uncommon in the world, or even in the United States, today. Although I complain about school and can't wait to graduate this year, your post has made me grateful for my education. Thanks!
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