The Culture of Fear
A sociological critique examining how American society amplifies and exploits unfounded fears. The author dissects media narratives and interest groups that promote anxiety around issues like crime, drugs, and air travel, arguing these fears distract from more pressing social problems.
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Ranked #559 of 1942 · 279 pages · Published 1999
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Book data: ISBN 9780465014897. Page count from Open Library (median of editions). Cover via Open Library Covers.