{"title":"Bradley Davies","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Bradley Davies, a writer whose insightful works delve into the intricacies of science and nature. Bradley Davies is known for weaving thought-provoking narratives that explore the profound impact of these fields on our society and the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Davies' most acclaimed works, \u003cem\u003ePropagandopolis\u003c\/em\u003e, offers a deep dive into the interplay between science, communication, and societal influence. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for uncovering truth, Davies challenges readers to examine the reality of scientific narratives in the modern age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're eager to explore the wonders of science and the delicate balance of nature through the lens of an engaging storyteller, Bradley Davies' books are a perfect fit. His writings do not just inform; they inspire a deeper appreciation and understanding of the world around us.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"propagandopolis-by-bradley-davies-9781739887858","title":"Propagandopolis","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis vivid and fascinating collection of propaganda spans over a century—a visual feast illustrating how persuasion, manipulation, and fear were used to influence populations around the world.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDo you know what propaganda looks like?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA mural showing Saddam Hussein on horseback. A colossal cut-out of Benito Mussolini mounted on Milan Cathedral. A film of North Korea's Kim Jong Un parading an intercontinental ballistic missile. A Pakistani newspaper advertisement calling for 'Jehad' (sic). A soldier firing condoms from his gun in a Ugandan AIDS awareness and prevention campaign. A traditional Azerbaijani rug celebrating the achievements of Soviet space travel, with portraits of Gagarin, Tereshkova (and of course Lenin).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJuxtaposing material from conflicting ideologies, \u003cem\u003ePropagandopolis\u003c\/em\u003e presents the broadest range of shocking, unusual, and visually arresting images, encompassing all regions and eras of the modern age to demonstrate how propaganda has been wielded to evoke emotions, rally support, or instill fear—to leave an indelible mark on the collective consciousness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExtended captions explain the fascinating stories behind this material, contextualising the strategies used by governments, agencies, and individuals seeking to influence, deceive, and demoralise through the use of propaganda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eContaining many previously unpublished examples and with an enlightening introduction from Robert Peckham, author of \u003cem\u003eFear: An Alternative History of the World\u003c\/em\u003e (2023), \u003cem\u003ePropagandopolis\u003c\/em\u003e is an essential visual guide to the enduring potency of the most pervasive, manipulative, and persuading images of our time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854790316268,"sku":"9781739887858","price":54.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781739887858.jpg?v=1759254962"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/bradley-davies.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}