About the Author
Naomi Klein
ISBN 9780241621318
Rs. 1,280
Allen Lane
Doppelganger
Who it's for: Readers interested in contemporary politics, media, and identity
When Naomi Klein discovers she is being chronically mistaken for a woman with radically different, harmful views, it prompts a deeply personal investigation. This encounter with her online doppelganger leads Klein to explore the instability of identity in the digital age, confronting the spread of misinformation, conspiracy theories, and extreme political polarization in a world increasingly shaped by social media and virtual personas.Why You Should Read? Gain insight into the roots and impacts of misinformation and conspiracy theories in contemporary society. Understand how personal identity and public perception are shaped and distorted by digital platforms. Explore the confluence of wellness culture, political extremism, and the erosion of democratic norms. Engage with a critical analysis of our current cultural moment, offering perspective on collective vertigo and a path toward meaningful action.
Highlights
- Personal investigation sparked by mistaken identity
- Explores digital-age identity instability
- Confronts misinformation and conspiracy theories
- Analyzes political polarization and social media
- Connects wellness culture to extremism
- Offers perspective on collective vertigo and action
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Questions about this book
What is the book about?
It's a personal investigation by Naomi Klein into identity, misinformation, and political polarization, triggered by being mistaken for a woman with opposing views.
Who is the author?
Naomi Klein, a well-known author and social critic.
What topics does it cover?
It covers digital identity, misinformation, conspiracy theories, political polarization, social media, wellness culture, and the erosion of democratic norms.
Is it based on a true story?
Yes, it's based on Klein's real experience of being chronically mistaken for another woman online.
What is the book's perspective?
It offers a critical analysis of the current cultural moment, aiming to provide perspective and a path toward meaningful action.