Summary:
The book explores the historical evolution of American culture and its inclination towards the fantastical and irrational, tracing a lineage of magical thinking, conspiracy theories, and the blurring of reality and fiction. It argues that this cultural trajectory has culminated in a society where subjective belief often trumps empirical evidence, deeply influencing politics, religion, and media.
Key points:
1. American Exceptionalism: Andersen believes America's self-perceived superiority fosters a culture of fantasy and irrationality.
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