Innis’s texts function as things to think with

Evidence

Opening his books is like reengaging an extended conversation: they are not merely things to read but things to think with. — James W. Carey, Communication as Culture- Essays on…, 574

Categorization

• corroborated: 2 independent passages support this claim — James W. Carey, Communication as Culture- Essays on…, 574
• XREF: connects to: Historical synthesis by a single mind reveals deep connections across eras — Bertrand Russell, History of Western Philosophy, 31; Language enables meanings rather than passively carrying them; Power-laden words constrain how and whether people can think certain thoughts.

Broader Connections

• Historical synthesis by a single mind reveals deep connections across eras #expands (0.60) — Bertrand Russell, History of Western Philosophy, 31
• Language enables meanings rather than passively carrying them #expands (0.60)
• Power-laden words constrain how and whether people can think certain thoughts. #expands (0.50)