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Exploring the enigmatic nature of rumors, this book delves into their historical and philosophical significance, tracing their impact from ancient times to the present. It highlights how rumors, despite being baseless, can gain momentum and lead to profound consequences, as exemplified by Socrates' trial. The narrative connects literary figures like Shakespeare and Kafka to the phenomenon while emphasizing the transformative role of the internet and social media in amplifying rumors. Ultimately, it calls for urgent strategies to mitigate their destructive potential in society.
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Rumors, Mladen Dolar
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- 2024
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- Title
- Rumors
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Mladen Dolar
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 155
- ISBN13
- 9781509561698
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- 4.2 out of 5
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- Exploring the enigmatic nature of rumors, this book delves into their historical and philosophical significance, tracing their impact from ancient times to the present. It highlights how rumors, despite being baseless, can gain momentum and lead to profound consequences, as exemplified by Socrates' trial. The narrative connects literary figures like Shakespeare and Kafka to the phenomenon while emphasizing the transformative role of the internet and social media in amplifying rumors. Ultimately, it calls for urgent strategies to mitigate their destructive potential in society.