Counterknowledge by Damian Thompson
We are being overwhelmed by dangerous nonsense. From 9/11 conspiracy theories to Holocaust denial, from creationism to unorthodox medicine, there is now an epidemic of demonstrably untrue descriptions of the world. For Damian Thompson, these unproven theories and spurious claims are forms of 'counterknowledge'; spread not least by the internet, they are creating a global generation of misguided adherents who repeat these untruths and lend them credence.
One of the best short contributions to an important argument I have ever readCleanly and crisply written, entertaining and clear, and packed with factual ammunition. -- Matthew Parris * Spectator *
A short and punchy book, written with passion and humour... it leaves you slightly breathless, full of new thoughts and, occasionally, mildly embarrassed about your own credulity. * Independent *
After reading this impressive study the reader will be convinced that we are indeed in desperate times. * Observer *
The perfect little riposte to the cultic milieu in which we suddenly, somehow, appear to have found ourselves... Now we can counter the counterknowledge. * Irish Examiner *
A lively, spare polemic that crackles with witty indignation. * International Express *
A short and punchy book, written with passion and humour... it leaves you slightly breathless, full of new thoughts and, occasionally, mildly embarrassed about your own credulity. * Independent *
After reading this impressive study the reader will be convinced that we are indeed in desperate times. * Observer *
The perfect little riposte to the cultic milieu in which we suddenly, somehow, appear to have found ourselves... Now we can counter the counterknowledge. * Irish Examiner *
A lively, spare polemic that crackles with witty indignation. * International Express *
Damian Thompson is a leader-writer for the Daily Telegraph. He is also editor-in-chief of the Catholic Herald and the author of The End of Time (1996) and Waiting for Antichrist (2005).
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| ISBN 13 | 9781843546764 |
| ISBN 10 | 1843546760 |
| Title | Counterknowledge |
| Author | Damian Thompson |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Atlantic Books |
| Year published | 2008-07-01 |
| Number of pages | 208 |
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