Dark Money
Dark Money
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Brief
576
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 2010s
2016
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Dark Money: The Hidden History of the Billionaires Behind the Rise of the Radical Right by Jane Mayer is a non-fiction book that explores the significant financial influence of wealthy individuals, particularly the Koch brothers, on conservative politics in the United States, arguing that their substantial funding of think tanks, lobbies, and campaigns has shifted the political landscape towards radical right-wing ideologies, transforming American democracy into a plutocracy. The book discusses topics including political corruption and environmental damage.
Informative
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Jane Mayer’s Dark Money is widely praised for its detailed investigation into the influence of wealthy donors on American politics. Reviewers commend its thorough research and engaging narrative. Critics, however, note the book's dense detail can be overwhelming. Overall, it’s a compelling exposé on the hidden power structures shaping democracy.
Who Should Read Dark Money?
A reader who would enjoy Dark Money by Jane Mayer is likely interested in the intersection of politics, finance, and social justice. Comparable to those captivated by Robert Reich's Saving Capitalism or Naomi Klein's This Changes Everything, this reader values investigative journalism that exposes hidden influences on democracy.
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576
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 2010s
2016
Adult
18+ years
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