Sincerity: How a Moral Ideal Born Five Hundred Years Ago Inspired Religious Wars, Modern Art, Hipster Chic, and the Curious Notio
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People have long been duped by "straight-talking" politicians, confessional talk-show hosts, and fake-earnest advertisers. As sincerity has become suspect, the upright and honest have taken refuge in irony. Yet our struggle for authenticity in back-to-the-woods movements, folksy songwriting, and a craving for plainspoken presidential candidates betrays our longing for the holy grail of sincerity.
Bringing deep historical perspective and a...
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0393080986
ISBN13:9780393080988
Release Date:July 2012
Publisher:W. W. Norton & Company
Length:272 Pages
Weight:0.80 lbs.
Dimensions:1.0" x 5.8" x 8.5"
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