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The Chaos Machine: The Inside Story of How Social Media Rewired Our Minds and Our World

Max Fisher
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The Chaos Machine: The Inside Story of How Social Media Rewired Our Minds and Our World

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2022

Book Brief

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Max Fisher

The Chaos Machine: The Inside Story of How Social Media Rewired Our Minds and Our World

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Chaos Machine by Max Fisher examines the significant impacts of social media on global events, mental health, and societal behaviors. Through thorough analysis and real-life case studies, Fisher demonstrates how powerful tech platforms can manipulate human psychology and infrastructure.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

7,003 ratings

85%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviews for The Chaos Machine by Max Fisher reveal a thought-provoking critique of social media's impact on society. Readers applaud its thorough research and compelling narrative but note a dense and, at times, repetitive presentation. Fisher's insights into tech giants and their influence are gripping, though some believe the book could benefit from a more streamlined approach.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Chaos Machine: The Inside Story of How Social Media Rewired Our Minds and Our World?

A reader who would enjoy The Chaos Machine by Max Fisher is typically intrigued by the intersection of technology, society, and psychology. This audience appreciates works like Shoshana Zuboff's The Age of Surveillance Capitalism and Tristan Harris's The Social Dilemma, seeking critical insights into social media's impact on human behavior and democracy.

4.4

7,003 ratings

85%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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