TITLE

The Truth Is Out There... Way Out There

AUTHOR(S)

Case, George

PUB. DATE

June 2005

SOURCE

Skeptic;2005, Vol. 11 Issue 4, p42

SOURCE TYPE

Periodical

DOC. TYPE

Article

ABSTRACT

Examines major patterns of conspiratorial thinking or conspiracy theories. Origin of conspiracy theories; Factors that contributed to the popularity of conspiracy theories in the mass media, in politics and among the general public; Socio-political implications of the increasing number of people who believe in conspiracy theories.

ACCESSION #

18091489

Tags: SOCIAL history;  SOCIOLOGY;  WORLD politics;  CONSPIRACY theories

 

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