Holocaust Deniers and Conspiracy Theorists (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781534507029)

Conspiracy theories have existed for centuries to rationalize major events and crises, but while they were once relegated to the fringes of discourse, in recent decades, they have increasingly become part of public debate. While many conspiracy theories are innocuous, others, like Holocaust denial, are considered dangerous because their intention to legitimize racist or otherwise hateful ideologies. This resource helps readers to examine key debates and topics related to conspiracy theories. Balancing free speech and public safety, the development of conspiracy theorizing over the past century, the role the internet has played, and whether some conspiracy theories can actually benefit society are all richly analyzed.

Author: Bridey Heing
ISBN-10: 1534507027
ISBN-13: 9781534507029
Publisher: Greenhaven Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/30/2020
Pages: 176
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.40lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.50d