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A State of Fear: How the UK Government Weaponised Fear During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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A State of Fear: How the UK Government Weaponised Fear During the COVID-19 Pandemic

By: Laura Dodsworth
Narrated by: Laura Dodsworth
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This is an audiobook about fear. Fear of a virus. Fear of death. Fear of losing our jobs, our democracy, our human connections, our health, and our minds. It's also about how the government weaponised our fear against us - supposedly in our best interests - until we were one of the most frightened countries in the world.

But why did the government deliberately frighten us. How has this affected us as individuals and as a country? Who is involved in the decision-making that affects our lives? How are behavioural science and nudge theory being used to subliminally manipulate us? How does the media leverage fear? What are the real risks to our well-being?

Ahead of any official inquiry into the handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, Laura Dodsworth explores all these questions and more, in a nuanced and thought-provoking discussion of an extraordinary year in British life and politics. With stories from members of the general public who were impacted by fear, anxiety, and isolation, and revealing interviews with psychologists, politicians, scientists, lawyers, Whitehall advisers and journalists, A State of Fear calls for a more hopeful, transparent and effective democracy.

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Very informative book about the tactics used by the government and Big tech for fear mongering.

Great book

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... what's really going on behind the scenes.
Riverting content ...

The narrator's failure to use ordinal numerals for calendar dates was harsh on the ear. Yes, she's the author. Nevertheless a superb book overall.

Now you know ...

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Thanks Laura for your compassionate and well researched book into the use of fear by Governments and institutions and the devastating consequences. The use of interviews and personal accounts were particularly moving and your narration is absolutely beautiful - highly recommended

Wow, I loved this book!

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This book pinpoints exactly why you feel uneasy about what’s going on in the world today. It includes a balance of observation and analysis, expert interviews, and personal anecdotes. It stays away from extreme views and speculation. It is measured and convincing, and very enjoyable. I’ve ordered a hard copy to read again and keep on my shelf.

Spot on!

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Fascinating read! Engaging what was done in the name of a cold! To think that half the "rules" were not even legally binding, merely guidance. There will be biblical fury should the majority of society realise this!

Eye-opening

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