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This book investigates the affective and aesthetic resonances between the works of Philip K. Dick, Thomas Pynchon, and conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, offering a fresh perspective on the current fascination with conspiracy theories in the United States. By drawing connections between these figures, the book provides a comprehensive analysis of conspiracy culture as a social phenomenon, challenging the conventional view that it solely threatens the status quo.
The chapters cover a range of topics, including the role of conspiracy theories in maintaining the status quo, the interplay between neoliberal economics and technology, and the political consequences of conspiracy culture's playful aspects. The author explores the epistemological crisis linked to conspiracy culture, examining how it affects science communication and the reception of information. Through an empathetic approach, the book highlights the potential for building meaningful coalitions with conspiracy theorists who share concerns about legitimate injustices.
This book investigates the affective and aesthetic resonances between the works of Philip K. Dick, Thomas Pynchon, and conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, offering a fresh perspective on the current fascination with conspiracy theories in the United States. By drawing connections between these figures, the book provides a comprehensive analysis of conspiracy culture as a social phenomenon, challenging the conventional view that it solely threatens the status quo.
The chapters cover a range of topics, including the role of conspiracy theories in maintaining the status quo, the interplay between neoliberal economics and technology, and the political consequences of conspiracy culture's playful aspects. The author explores the epistemological crisis linked to conspiracy culture, examining how it affects science communication and the reception of information. Through an empathetic approach, the book highlights the potential for building meaningful coalitions with conspiracy theorists who share concerns about legitimate injustices.
Daniel Mazurek holds a PhD in International Cultural Studies from the University of Galway, Ireland. He is presently a Research Fellow at the Baldy Center for Law and Social Policy, University at Buffalo, USA. This is his first book.
Chapter 1: Introduction.- Chapter 2: Conspiracy, affect, and aesthetic.- Chapter 3: Conspiracy and theory.-Chapter 4: Conspiracy and stigmatization.- Chapter 5: Conspiracy and the Gnostic.- Chapter 6: Conspiracy and the potential for change.
| Erscheinungsjahr: | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Genre: | Recht, Sozialwissenschaften, Soziologie, Wirtschaft |
| Rubrik: | Wissenschaften |
| Medium: | Buch |
| Inhalt: |
vii
83 S. 1 s/w Illustr. 83 p. 1 illus. |
| ISBN-13: | 9783032001207 |
| ISBN-10: | 303200120X |
| Sprache: | Englisch |
| Einband: | Gebunden |
| Autor: | Mazurek, Daniel C. |
| Hersteller: |
Springer
Springer International Publishing AG |
| Verantwortliche Person für die EU: | Springer Verlag GmbH, Tiergartenstr. 17, D-69121 Heidelberg, juergen.hartmann@springer.com |
| Maße: | 216 x 153 x 10 mm |
| Von/Mit: | Daniel C. Mazurek |
| Erscheinungsdatum: | 27.09.2025 |
| Gewicht: | 0,241 kg |
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