Book Discussion: The Age of American Unreason by Susan Jacoby
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Please read the book in order to make meaningful contributions to the discussion.
Join us for a stimulating evening of ideas as we dive into Susan Jacoby’s The Age of American Unreason—a provocative cultural history that examines how anti-rationalism, fundamentalism, and the triumph of “junk thought” have shaped American life.
Jacoby challenges us to confront uncomfortable truths:
- Why has intellectual curiosity been devalued in public life?
- How have media, politics, and education contributed to a culture of distraction?
- What does it mean for democracy when fact and opinion blur into one?
This is not just a book discussion—it’s an invitation to wrestle with urgent questions about the health of our civic culture. Together, we’ll consider how Jacoby’s insights resonate today, and whether her warnings about the erosion of reason can inspire us to reclaim a more thoughtful public sphere.
### ✨ Why Attend?
- Engage in a lively, respectful dialogue about the role of reason in society.
- Connect with fellow readers who care deeply about ideas and their impact on democracy.
- Reflect on how historical patterns of anti-intellectualism continue to shape our present moment.
Bring your copy of The Age of American Unreason, your curiosity, and your willingness to challenge assumptions. Let’s explore how we might resist the tide of “infotainment” and rediscover the value of informed, critical thought.