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The story paradox : how our love of storytelling builds societies and tears them down
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The story paradox : how our love of storytelling builds societies and tears them down

by Jonathan Gottschall

This work explores the manipulative power of narrative and its role in driving social division and political radicalisation. It analyses how modern technology amplifies these risks, potentially undermining shared reality and social stability.

Accession 20856 ISBN 9781541645967 Publisher Hachette (Firm)
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