Against the Web
By Michael Brooks
- Release Date: 2020-04-24
- Genre: Philosophy
Description
Michael Brooks takes on the new "Intellectual Dark Web." As the host of The Michael Brooks Show and co-host of the Majority Report, he lets his understanding of the new media environment direct his analysis of the newly risen conservative rebels who have taken YouTube by storm. Brooks provides a theoretically rigorous but accessible critique of the most prominent "renegades" including Sam Harris, Jordan Peterson, and Brett Weinstein while also examining the social, political and media environment that these rebels thrive in. 'A brilliant critique of the Right with very sharp insight on some of the shortcomings of the Left, this book is a must-read for anyone looking to understand how dishonest actors spread their propaganda.' Ana Kasparian, Host and Executive Producer of The Young Turks
Reviews
A truly left wing perspective
4By a fellow investorAn interesting read on the left wing socialist perspective, that certainly has Marxist roots. The grievance I had came at the finale, which appeared rather abruptly ended after his discussion of the ANCMichael was just getting started
5By TelepatrickMichael was an extraordinary talent as a broadcaster and political commentator, and this book summarizes the project he undertook as an upstart in the online politics community to take on and discredit the biggest names in the so-called Intellectual Dark Web, a group of pundits who peddle incredibly short-sighted and dangerous ideas purely for financial gain. I am enjoying every chapter in this book, but also feeling remorse for the loss of someone who many recognize was poised and had the ambition to be a great leader in our time. We miss you Michael, but much respect for leaving us your great worksMuch love and respect to Michael Brooks
5By wingnutartWe are all reeling from the news of our loss. Michael was a clear eyed and sharp tongued critic of the ruling elite, and their phony philosophasters in the IDW. It’s truly a deep regret to have lost Michael so young and tragically, but his sense of world liberation and commitment to working class solidarity were a significant inspiration. Enjoy the book, revel in the joy of his podcast archives and hilarious characters on the Majority Report and The Michael Brooks Show and think of him often. Rest in Power, Michael BrooksAn Inspiration to Thousands
5By jairor864If you’re looking for a substantive review of the book, I will not be offering that in this review. All I’m here to say is thanks Mike! You inspired me and reinforced in me the belief that being on the left was not scary or dangerous. You shifted my political ideology over the last years in a way that few have. I will miss you, as will the thousands of fans and friends you touched during your time on earth, You’re empathy, charisma, and understanding will never be matched. Rest in Power man!
