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- Title
Hope and Fear: Modern Myths, Conspiracy Theories and Pseudo‐History.
- Authors
Fleming, N.C.
- Abstract
"Hope and Fear: Modern Myths, Conspiracy Theories and Pseudo-History" is a companion volume to Professor Fritze's previous book, "Invented Knowledge: False History, Fake Science and Pseudo-Religions." The book examines the historical development of pseudo-history through case studies and takes a skeptical and scholarly approach. It discusses the dangers of promoting pseudo-history by conspiracy theorists and explores the impact of the "anti-vax" crusade and the "QAnon" phenomenon. The book also delves into the recycling of disproven ideas and the tendency of pseudo-history to offer simplified stories and confirmation bias. It traces the evolution of specific ideas, such as shadowy secret societies and white supremacy, and highlights key moments in the mainstream acceptance of fringe ideas. Overall, "Hope and Fear" provides a timely and engaging study on the purpose of historical research and research methods.
- Subjects
HOPE &; Fear: Modern Myths, Conspiracy Theories &; Pseudo-History (Book); CONSPIRACY theories; MYTH; SCIENTIFIC knowledge; CONFIRMATION bias; HOPE; INTELLECTUAL history
- Publication
History, 2024, Vol 109, Issue 384/385, p190
- ISSN
0018-2648
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1111/1468-229X.13382