Covid Conspiracy Theories in Global Perspective
(Author) Michael ButterExamines how conspiracy theories and related forms of misinformation and disinformation about the Covid-19 pandemic have circulated widely around the world. Commissioned by recognised experts on area studies and conspiracy theories, making use of the existing COMPACT (Comparative Analysis of Conspiracy Theories) network run by Butter and Knight. Presents case studies on how Covid conspiracism has played out, using a range of methods from a variety of disciplinary perspectives.
Michael Butter
Michael Butter is a renowned German literary scholar and author, best known for his work "The Epistemology of Conspiracy Theories." His writing style combines rigorous academic research with accessible language, shedding light on the pervasive influence of conspiracy theories in contemporary society. Butter's contributions to literature have reshaped our understanding of misinformation and belief systems.