Luigi the making and the meaning / John H. Richardson.
| Author/creator | Richardson, John H., 1954 |
| Format | Electronic |
| Edition | First Simon & Schuster hardcover edition. |
| Publication Info | New York : Simon & Schuster, 2025. |
| Description | 256 pages 22 cm |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from eBooks on EBSCOhost |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Magic Island -- Dear Ted -- Dear Luigi -- Kindred spirits -- The arraignment -- Gamification -- Peak hope -- Such ruthless honesty -- Psychological issues -- Down the dark mountain -- Existential concerns -- I wanted to be the Lenin -- Best regards, Ted -- Dark ecologists -- Fan mail -- Going full Luigi -- Countdown -- Accelerate! -- Propaganda of the deed -- The dear Ted file -- Saint Luigi -- Acknowledgments -- Notes -- Index. |
| Abstract | This work examines public reactions to the shooting of a healthcare executive allegedly by Luigi Mangione and explores the social, economic, and cultural factors that shaped widespread online commentary surrounding the event. Drawing on decades of research, the author analyzes themes of alienation, distrust of institutions, and anti-corporate sentiment, situating the incident within broader historical movements. The book considers how individuals and groups have expressed dissent, the influence of previous extremist figures, and the role of digital platforms in shaping responses to acts of violence. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 229-244) and index. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2026349439 |
| ISBN | 9781668209349 hardback |
| ISBN | ebook |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |