Counterknowledge
How we Surrendered to Conspiracy Theories, Quack Medicine, Bogus Science and Fake History
Will be published approx. on 1. July 2008
Book
Paperback/Softback
208 pages
978-1-84354-676-4 (ISBN)
Description
We are being overwhelmed by dangerous nonsense. From 9/11 conspiracy theories to Holocaust denial, from creationism to unorthodox medicine, there is now an epidemic of demonstrably untrue descriptions of the world.
For Damian Thompson, these unproven theories and spurious claims are forms of 'counterknowledge'; spread not least by the internet, they are creating a global generation of misguided adherents who repeat these untruths and lend them credence.
For Damian Thompson, these unproven theories and spurious claims are forms of 'counterknowledge'; spread not least by the internet, they are creating a global generation of misguided adherents who repeat these untruths and lend them credence.
Reviews / Votes
One of the best short contributions to an important argument I have ever read. Cleanly and crisply written, entertaining and clear, and packed with factual ammunition. -- Matthew Parris * Spectator * A short and punchy book, written with passion and humour... it leaves you slightly breathless, full of new thoughts and, occasionally, mildly embarrassed about your own credulity. * Independent * After reading this impressive study the reader will be convinced that we are indeed in desperate times. * Observer * The perfect little riposte to the cultic milieu in which we suddenly, somehow, appear to have found ourselves... Now we can counter the counterknowledge. * Irish Examiner * A lively, spare polemic that crackles with witty indignation. * International Express *More details
Edition
Main
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Dimensions
Height: 197 mm
Width: 130 mm
Thickness: 14 mm
Weight
205 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-84354-676-4 (9781843546764)
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