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Modern conspiracies in America : separating fact from fiction / Michael D. Gambone.

Summary:
"America is awash with alleged conspiracies. It seems like today, no one with a cell phone escapes the vortex of skepticism, cynicism, paranoia, and fear that occupy our thoughts almost constantly. Seeking out valid answers in this cacophony can be confusing and deeply frustrating. In this book, historian Michael D. Gambone provides case studies of popular conspiracy theories in America from the past 100 years, from Protocol of the Elders of Zion to #stopthesteal. He offers an approach, based on basic logic and historical case studies, not designed to win arguments, but to help reads separate truth from the avalanche of nonsense descending on us every day. In each case, Gambone outlines the conspiracy claim, provides historical context for the conspiracy, presents evidence of the conspiracy claim and analyzes the claim, context, and evidence. Modern Conspiracies in American History will appeal to a broad audience of readers interested in American history and those seeking to become better informed consumers of news in an era when social media spreads misinformation widely and quickly"-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781538164631
  • ISBN: 1538164639
  • Physical Description: xix, 235 pages : illustrations (black and white) ; 24 cm
  • Publisher: Lanham, Maryland : Rowman & Littlefield, an imprint of The Rowman & Littlefield Publishing Group, Inc., [2022]

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Introduction -- Building a toolbox for the logical mind -- The Protocols of the Elders of Zion -- The Russians are coming! -- The assassination of John F. Kennedy -- 9/11 -- Sandy Hook -- Chemtrails and contrails -- The 2016 election -- The 2020 "Plandemic" -- QAnon: enemies inside the gates -- Stop the steal! The 2020 election -- Conclusions: Finding a way forward.
Subject: United States > History > 20th century.
Conspiracies > United States > History.
Conspiracy theories > United States > History.
United States > History > 21st century.
Political culture > United States > History > 20th century.
Political culture > United States > History > 21st century.
Critical thinking.
Genre: History.

Available copies

  • 7 of 7 copies available at SPARK Libraries.

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  • 0 current holds with 7 total copies.
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