The Great Fictions Which Are Ruining Mankind

By Charles Elihu Slocum

Book Overview

""The Great Fictions Which Are Ruining Mankind"" by Charles Elihu Slocum is a thought-provoking book that delves into the various myths, beliefs, and ideologies that have shaped human civilization and led to its downfall. The author argues that many of the fictions that we hold dear, such as religion, nationalism, and capitalism, are ultimately harmful and contribute to our collective demise.Slocum explores a wide range of topics in the book, including the history of religion and its impact on society, the rise of nationalism and its role in wars and conflicts, and the flaws of capitalism and its impact on the environment and social inequality. He also examines the role of technology in shaping our beliefs and values, and how it has contributed to the spread of misinformation and fake news.Throughout the book, Slocum challenges readers to question their own beliefs and assumptions, and to consider the ways in which our fictions are shaping our future. He argues that we need to be more critical and reflective in our thinking, and to work towards creating a more just and sustainable world.Overall, ""The Great Fictions Which Are Ruining Mankind"" is a thought-provoking and insightful book that offers a fresh perspective on some of the most pressing issues of our time. It is a must-read for anyone who is interested in understanding the complex forces that are shaping our world today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 143253288X
• ISBN13: 9781432532888
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"