Conspiracy Theories; J Byford; 2011
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Conspiracy Theories

av J Byford
"In this book Jovan Byford provides a clear, concise and compelling guide to conspiracy theories. He explains where they come from, why people believe in them, and what the political consequences are. Given the vast increase in talk of conspiracy in the age of the internet, there is a real need for an accessible yet critical introduction to the topic, and this book provides it." Peter Knight, University of Manchester, UK "In this book, Jovan Byford has managed to pull off a neat little trick. He has produced a book that not only provides an excellent introduction to the psychology of belief in conspiracy theories for the beginner but also provides food for thought for those already working in the area." - Chris French, Goldsmiths, UK No event of any significance in the world today - be it an unexpected election result, a terrorist attack, the death of a public figure, a meteorological anomaly, or the flu pandemic - takes place without generating at least a flutter of conspiracy speculations.Conspiracy Theories: A Critical Introduction, now in paperback, offers a well informed, highly accessible, and thoroughly engaging introduction to conspiracy theories, discussing their nature and history, causes and consequences. Through a series of specific questions that cut to the core of conspiracism as a global social and cultural phenomenon, the book deconstructs the logic and rhetoric of conspiracy theories and analyses the broader social and psychological factors that contribute to their persistence in modern society. * What are the defining characteristics of conspiracy theories and how do they differ from legitimate inquiries into actual conspiracies? * How long have conspiracy theories been around and to what extent are contemporary versions similar to those of yesteryear? * Why do conspiracy theories all sound alike and what ensures their persistence in modern society? * What psychological benefits do conspiracy theories bring to those who subscribe to them? * Why are conspiracy theories so often mobilized by political forces whose agenda is antithetical to democratic politics?
"In this book Jovan Byford provides a clear, concise and compelling guide to conspiracy theories. He explains where they come from, why people believe in them, and what the political consequences are. Given the vast increase in talk of conspiracy in the age of the internet, there is a real need for an accessible yet critical introduction to the topic, and this book provides it." Peter Knight, University of Manchester, UK "In this book, Jovan Byford has managed to pull off a neat little trick. He has produced a book that not only provides an excellent introduction to the psychology of belief in conspiracy theories for the beginner but also provides food for thought for those already working in the area." - Chris French, Goldsmiths, UK No event of any significance in the world today - be it an unexpected election result, a terrorist attack, the death of a public figure, a meteorological anomaly, or the flu pandemic - takes place without generating at least a flutter of conspiracy speculations.Conspiracy Theories: A Critical Introduction, now in paperback, offers a well informed, highly accessible, and thoroughly engaging introduction to conspiracy theories, discussing their nature and history, causes and consequences. Through a series of specific questions that cut to the core of conspiracism as a global social and cultural phenomenon, the book deconstructs the logic and rhetoric of conspiracy theories and analyses the broader social and psychological factors that contribute to their persistence in modern society. * What are the defining characteristics of conspiracy theories and how do they differ from legitimate inquiries into actual conspiracies? * How long have conspiracy theories been around and to what extent are contemporary versions similar to those of yesteryear? * Why do conspiracy theories all sound alike and what ensures their persistence in modern society? * What psychological benefits do conspiracy theories bring to those who subscribe to them? * Why are conspiracy theories so often mobilized by political forces whose agenda is antithetical to democratic politics?
Utgiven: 2011
ISBN: 9781137520241
Förlag: Palgrave Macmillan
Format: Häftad
Språk: Engelska
Sidor: 179 st
"In this book Jovan Byford provides a clear, concise and compelling guide to conspiracy theories. He explains where they come from, why people believe in them, and what the political consequences are. Given the vast increase in talk of conspiracy in the age of the internet, there is a real need for an accessible yet critical introduction to the topic, and this book provides it." Peter Knight, University of Manchester, UK "In this book, Jovan Byford has managed to pull off a neat little trick. He has produced a book that not only provides an excellent introduction to the psychology of belief in conspiracy theories for the beginner but also provides food for thought for those already working in the area." - Chris French, Goldsmiths, UK No event of any significance in the world today - be it an unexpected election result, a terrorist attack, the death of a public figure, a meteorological anomaly, or the flu pandemic - takes place without generating at least a flutter of conspiracy speculations.Conspiracy Theories: A Critical Introduction, now in paperback, offers a well informed, highly accessible, and thoroughly engaging introduction to conspiracy theories, discussing their nature and history, causes and consequences. Through a series of specific questions that cut to the core of conspiracism as a global social and cultural phenomenon, the book deconstructs the logic and rhetoric of conspiracy theories and analyses the broader social and psychological factors that contribute to their persistence in modern society. * What are the defining characteristics of conspiracy theories and how do they differ from legitimate inquiries into actual conspiracies? * How long have conspiracy theories been around and to what extent are contemporary versions similar to those of yesteryear? * Why do conspiracy theories all sound alike and what ensures their persistence in modern society? * What psychological benefits do conspiracy theories bring to those who subscribe to them? * Why are conspiracy theories so often mobilized by political forces whose agenda is antithetical to democratic politics?
"In this book Jovan Byford provides a clear, concise and compelling guide to conspiracy theories. He explains where they come from, why people believe in them, and what the political consequences are. Given the vast increase in talk of conspiracy in the age of the internet, there is a real need for an accessible yet critical introduction to the topic, and this book provides it." Peter Knight, University of Manchester, UK "In this book, Jovan Byford has managed to pull off a neat little trick. He has produced a book that not only provides an excellent introduction to the psychology of belief in conspiracy theories for the beginner but also provides food for thought for those already working in the area." - Chris French, Goldsmiths, UK No event of any significance in the world today - be it an unexpected election result, a terrorist attack, the death of a public figure, a meteorological anomaly, or the flu pandemic - takes place without generating at least a flutter of conspiracy speculations.Conspiracy Theories: A Critical Introduction, now in paperback, offers a well informed, highly accessible, and thoroughly engaging introduction to conspiracy theories, discussing their nature and history, causes and consequences. Through a series of specific questions that cut to the core of conspiracism as a global social and cultural phenomenon, the book deconstructs the logic and rhetoric of conspiracy theories and analyses the broader social and psychological factors that contribute to their persistence in modern society. * What are the defining characteristics of conspiracy theories and how do they differ from legitimate inquiries into actual conspiracies? * How long have conspiracy theories been around and to what extent are contemporary versions similar to those of yesteryear? * Why do conspiracy theories all sound alike and what ensures their persistence in modern society? * What psychological benefits do conspiracy theories bring to those who subscribe to them? * Why are conspiracy theories so often mobilized by political forces whose agenda is antithetical to democratic politics?
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I oktober 2011 släpptes boken Conspiracy Theories skriven av J Byford. Den är skriven på engelska och består av 179 sidor djupgående information. Förlaget bakom boken är Palgrave Macmillan som har sitt säte i London.

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