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Book SynopsisFrank Furedi returns to the theme of Fear in our society and culture.In 1997, Frank Furedi published a book called
Culture of Fear. It was widely acclaimed as perceptive and prophetic. Now Furedi returns to his original theme, as most of what he predicted has come true. In
How Fear Works, Furedi seeks to explain two interrelated themes: why has fear acquired such a morally commanding status in society today and how has the way we fear today changed from the way that it was experienced in the past? Furedi argues that one of the main drivers of the culture of fear is unravelling of moral authority. Fear appears to provide a provisional solution to moral uncertainty and is for that reason embraced by a variety of interests, parties and individuals. Furedi predicts that until society finds a more positive orientation towards uncertainty the politicisation of fear will flourish. Society is continually bombarded with the message that the threats it faces are incalculab
Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 Changing Stories of Fear 2 Waiting for the Time Bomb to Explode 3 Moral Confusion - the Main Driver of the Culture of Fear 4 The Perspective of Fear - How it Works 5 Creation of the Fearful Subject 6 The Quest for Safety in a Dangerous World Conclusion: Towards a Less Fearful Future
Acknowledgements Notes Bibliography Index
