The Meme-ing of Political Discourse: An Analysis of Collective Narcissism and Emotinal Discourse
Zhihan Qian
This book delves into the terrifying potential of image-based memes and the emotional discourses they convey, in the context of political discourse in the age of social media. The author analyzes how collective narcissists convey their ideas through images and emotions, rather than rigorous content editing, and the significant impact of these memes on the discourse around nationalism, racism, and authoritarianism. The book is a critical analysis of these deceptive memes, their reliance on manipulative emotions and collective narcissism, and their portrayal of strength and power through stereotypes. Through the lens of the author's investigation of a populist Reddit group, and the creation of "Collective Narcissism Weekly," this book sheds light on the complex interplay between technology, psychology, and politics in the digital age. It encourages a more nuanced and critical discussion of these issues, rather than one based solely on emotional appeals.
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The book is bound in a threadbare binding with flexible space for movement on the cover. The title section is created on the book cover by an embossing process.
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The almost indistinguishable text on the book's front cover and the solid visual representation of the text on the back cover creates a beautiful contrast.
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