Uncover the shocking truth behind the multi-billion-dollar conspiracy industry and discover who's cashing in on your fear.In a world where misinformation spreads faster than facts, conspiracy theories have become more than just fringe beliefs—they're a booming business. *"*The Doubt Machine: Exploring the Dark Economy of Misinformation and Fear" takes you behind the scenes of this shadowy world, exposing the players, platforms, and profits...

Finalist for the Helen Bernstein Book Award for Excellence in JournalismFrom a New York Times investigative reporter, this “authoritative and devastating account of the impacts of social media” (New York Times Book Review)tracks the high-stakes inside story of how Big Tech’s breakneck race to drive engagement—and profits—at all costs fractured the world. The Chaos Machine is “an essential book for our times” (Ezra Klein)....

**An eye-opening look at the small communities of propagandists revolutionizing politics, culture, and society.“Essential and riveting reading.” —Jonathan Haidt, author of The Anxious Generation**Invisible Rulers is about a profound transformation in power and influence that is altering our politics, our government, and even our relationships with friends and neighbors. Today, online propagandists increasingly shape public opinion and even control our rela...

**An invaluable guide to understanding how the internet has broken our brains—and what we can do to fix it."Vivid and unforgettable.” ―Jonathan Haidt, New York Times bestselling author of The Righteous Mind**The original internet was not designed to make us upset, distracted, confused, and outraged. But something unexpected happened at the turn of the last decade, when a handful of small features were quietly launched at social media companies with little ...

From fringe conspiracy theories to 'alternative facts', a timely look at how we arrived in the 'fake news' era.Would your younger self believe the news of today? An entire city block blown up by a suicide bomber on Christmas Day because he believed phone towers spread disease. A Representative elected to the US Congress on a platform that Democrats are secretly harvesting an anti-aging chemical from the blood of abused children. Angry rioters in furs and horns over...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • The internet as we know it is broken. Here’s how we can seize back control of our lives from the corporate algorithms and create a better internet—before it’s too late.“In the spirit of Thomas Paine’s Revolution-era Common Sense, this manifesto challenges us to create new digital architectures to safeguard democracy.”—Walter Isaacson, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Elon MuskIt was on...

So much to read, so little time? This brief overview of The World Is Flat: A Brief History of the Twenty-First Century tells you what you need to know—before or after you read Thomas L. Friedman 's book.Crafted and edited with care, Worth Books set the standard for quality and give you the tools you need to be a well-informed reader.This short summary and analysis of The World Is Flat 3.0 by Thomas L. Friedman includes:Histori...

"A valuable primer on this moment where humans are deciding how much power over their lives they give to monopolies and algorithms." —DAVE EGGERS, bestselling author of The CircleWhich Side of History? offers a collection of bold essays on how technology is affecting democracy, society, and our future.Featuring prominent national voices such as Sacha Baron Cohen, Marc Benioff, Ellen Pao, Ken Auletta, Chelsea Clinton, Tim W...

How has journalism evolved from its origins to become a cornerstone of democratic societies? This book charts the development of journalism from early reporting efforts in ancient times to the rise of print media in the Enlightenment, and the digital revolution of the 21st century. It explores the ethical considerations of journalism, the challenges posed by censorship and propaganda, and the role of the press in shaping public opinion and holding power to account. The narrative also exami...

The author of The Modern Girl's Guide to Life asks fifty experts, artists, business leaders, trendsetters, doctors, athletes, environmentalists, and intellectualsWhat will the next decade look like?Where are we headed? That is the question professional trendspotter Jane Buckingham posed to fifty influential leaders in a wide variety of fields—and their responses are surprising, provocative, compelling, and important. The result of her conversations with some of the most fas...

In a world where global tensions rise and cultures collide, one skill stands out as the key to thriving: diplomacy.The Modern Diplomat: A Practical Guide is a concise and powerful manual for anyone navigating international relations, cross-cultural negotiations, or public leadership.Written by Dr. Ahmad M. S. Al-Thunayan, this guide blends real-world insights with professional etiquette, crisis leadership, and cultural intelligence. Whether you're a seasoned diplomat or an ...

"CSIS and Trudeau's Adviser Clashed on Foreign Interference Threat During 2021: Report" is a compelling exploration of the covert conflict between Canadian intelligence and political leadership over foreign interference. It offers an in-depth look at the silent threats to democracy, emphasizing the need for vigilance and informed citizenship. The book is engaging and accessible, filled with interactive elements and expert insights, making it a vital read for anyone interested in national s...