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The Stigmatization of Conspiracy Theory Since the 1950s: A Plot to Make Us Look Foolish

SKU: 9781138346819

4,718.82

Uncover the complex history of conspiracy theories and their changing status since the 1950s. This seminal scholarly study meticulously traces the stigmatization and delegitimization of conspiracy theory through academic and media discourses. Examining key events in American history like the Red Scare, Kennedy assassination, and Watergate, it reveals how conspiracy thinking evolved into a subculture, alluring in its very illegitimacy. Essential for students and researchers in history, media studies, and cultural analysis, this book offers critical insights into the public perception and academic treatment of conspiracy narratives. A vital read for understanding critical discourse.

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