Dr. Adam Szetela - Wokeism and Cancel Culture in the Publishing Industry (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_865)
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The Impact of Social Pressure on Literary Perception
This chapter investigates how social context influences readers' interpretations of poetry, revealing a significant difference in opinions under anonymity versus awareness of societal expectations. It explores themes of conformity, the pressures within the publishing industry, and the fears faced by academics when challenging prevailing ideologies. Through personal anecdotes and discussions on the value of real-world experience, the chapter critiques the lack of courage in academia amidst rising cancel culture.
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