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Stupid Idiots
A Philosophy of Stupidity and Complete and Utter Downright Idiocy
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This witty yet thoughtful book examines stupidity and idiocy, and their most dangerous incarnation: stupid idiocy— the unthinking embrace of flawed thinking. While philosophers chase wisdom, Stupid Idiots takes a humbler route, asking instead how we might think just a little less badly. Drawing sharp distinctions...
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A witty yet thoughtful examination of stupidity and idiocy in modern life.
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Description
This witty yet thoughtful book examines stupidity and idiocy, and their most dangerous incarnation: stupid idiocy— the unthinking embrace of flawed thinking.
While philosophers chase wisdom, Stupid Idiots takes a humbler route, asking instead how we might think just a little less badly. Drawing sharp distinctions between not thinking and thinking poorly, and doubling down on bad thought, it reveals how deeply these failings are tied to our mental habits. With clarity and humour, it considers how stupidity shapes everyday life and public discourse.
Within its pages is a chapter on politics and a pointed critique of Donald Trump, 'stupid idiot supreme'. This is an accessible philosophical guide for anyone who wants to better understand—and perhaps reduce—their own foolishness.
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ISBN: 9781836391777
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 March 2026
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Reaktion Books
Audience: General / adult
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Width: 138.0mm
Height: 216.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 136
About the Author
Lars Svendsen is professor of philosophy at the University of Bergen, Norway. He has written fifteen books, including A Philosophy of Fear, A Philosophy of Loneliness, A Philosophy of Lying, and A Philosophy of Hope, all also published by Reaktion Books.
Matt Bagguley is a translator of Norwegian fiction and nonfiction. He lives in Oslo.
Also by Lars Svendsen
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