Parasitic Mind: How Infectious Ideas Are Killing Common Sense
Parasitic Mind: How Infectious Ideas Are Killing Common Sense
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020264
Book • Nonfiction
2020
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Parasitic Mind: How Infectious Ideas Are Killing Common Sense, Gad Saad explores how certain detrimental ideologies, which he refers to as "idea pathogens," impact people's capacity for rational thought. The book examines ways to combat these influences and emphasizes the need for individuals to foster critical thinking and uphold evidence-based decision-making in society.
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Parasitic Mind: How Infectious Ideas Are Killing Common Sense by Gad Saad offers a provocative critique of prevailing ideologies impacting rational thought. Positive reviews commend its engaging style and humor, while critics argue it oversimplifies complex issues and lacks depth. Its appeal lies in challenging readers' assumptions, though it may polarize opinions.
Who Should Read Parasitic Mind: How Infectious Ideas Are Killing Common Sense?
Readers who appreciate Parasitic Mind typically enjoy thought-provoking critiques of contemporary social and political ideas. Fans of social commentary in The Coddling of the American Mind by Haidt and Lukianoff will likely find Saad's exploration of how ideology affects reasoning engaging.
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Book • Nonfiction
2020
Adult
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