Is Facebook Killing Literature?
I use Facebook a lot, mainly for the free video links and the messenger app. But when you look at the contents on the main social media frame its a bit unnerving to see the range of what is posted, even from close friends or people one has worked with over the years. Let me give some examples:
1. Those that post pictures of their babies or their food. Fine, no problem.* But do you honestly think someone wants to see a photo of a coffee you are drinking? Perhaps tomorrow I will spice it up a bit with a picture of my Corn Flakes.
2. The posts starting, "If you agree, share." Bugger off, and stop being so vacuous and irritating.
3. Political fake news, likely financed by Putin and all the other suspects, coming up with all sorts of conspiracy theories and unsubstantiated nonsense. The frightening thing is when this comes from friends you previously thought balanced and objective. So you can either pick a fight and respond, or quite simply block.
4. Religious nutters, constantly pushing whatever sect or beliefs they hold.
5. Many at the moment with no jobs or income due to the virus,* have resorted to selling online locally. And admittedly, some are doing quite well. I must try to sell some of my Bread & Butter pudding, as invariably I make too much.
The most depressing aspect is the lack of appreciation of any books or paintings. Its almost as if social media is now the university one goes to to be taught.
Excuse the rant. At least I did not mention Brexit or Black Lives Matter once !!!!