Scandalous Times
Contemporary Creativity and the Rise of State-Sanctioned Controversy
- 208 pages
- 8 hours of reading
The book explores the nature of modern controversies, highlighting how they capture public attention and provoke emotional responses. It delves into the duality of these scandals, where some are seen as revealing deeper truths beneath layers of deception, while others are viewed as strategic marketing ploys reflecting contemporary capitalism. By examining these dynamics, the author critiques society's obsession with scandal and the implications of our judgments in an era dominated by sensationalism.
