Conspiracy theories have been a part of the American experience since colonial times. There is a rich literature on conspiracies involving, among others, Masons, Catholics, Mormons, Jews, financiers, Communists, and internationalists. Although many conspiracy theories appear irrational, an exaggerated fear of a conspiracy sometimes proves to be well founded. This anthology provides students with documents relating to some of the more important and interesting conspiracy theories in American history and politics, some based on reality, many chiefly on paranoia. It provides a fascinating look at a persistent and at times troubling aspect of democratic society.
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Conspiracy theories have been a part of the American experience since colonial times. There is a rich literature on conspiracies involving, among others, Masons, Catholics, Mormons, Jews, financiers, Communists, and internationalists. Although many conspiracy theories appear irrational, an exaggerated fear of a conspiracy sometimes proves to be well founded. This anthology provides students with documents relating to some of the more important and interesting conspiracy theories in American history and politics, some based on reality, many chiefly on paranoia. It provides a fascinating look at a persistent and at times troubling aspect of democratic society.
Imprint | Indiana University Press |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | March 2008 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days |
First published | February 2008 |
Editors | Donald T. Critchlow, John Korasick, Matthew C. Sherman |
Dimensions | 235 x 155 x 14mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback - Trade |
Pages | 192 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-253-21964-0 |
Barcode | 9780253219640 |
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LSN | 0-253-21964-7 |