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The Known Citizen
By Sarah E. Igo
Archival Summary & Scope
*The Known Citizen* by Sarah Igo is an acclaimed, utterly original historical investigation into the enduring American quest for privacy. From the invention of the telegraph to modern social media and ubiquitous data tracking, Igo traces how individuals and society have defined and defended the boundaries between private affairs and public identity. This masterful study examines persistent debates over personal exposure, state surveillance, and corporate data collection, offering vital context for our contemporary anxieties about being known.**Awards:** Washington Post Book of the Year, Merle Curti Award, Jacques Barzun Prize, Ralph Waldo Emerson Award.
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