The Instability of Truth: Brainwashing, Mind Control, and Hyperpersuasion
Brainwashing, Mind Control, and Hyperpersuasion
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Rebecca Lemov's "The Instability of Truth" delves into the history and mechanics of brainwashing and coercive persuasion.
The book traces the evolution of these techniques from their use on American POWs in the Korean War to their application in cults and, ultimately, the digital age.
Lemov examines the psychological and social factors that contribute to susceptibility, highlighting the insidious nature of subtle manipulation.
The work challenges the notion that brainwashing is a rare phenomenon, arguing instead that its potential exists in everyday interactions.
Ultimately, the book serves as a cautionary tale about the vulnerability of the human mind to influence and control.
The book traces the evolution of these techniques from their use on American POWs in the Korean War to their application in cults and, ultimately, the digital age.
Lemov examines the psychological and social factors that contribute to susceptibility, highlighting the insidious nature of subtle manipulation.
The work challenges the notion that brainwashing is a rare phenomenon, arguing instead that its potential exists in everyday interactions.
Ultimately, the book serves as a cautionary tale about the vulnerability of the human mind to influence and control.
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