Sketches of Imposture, Deception, and Credulity by R. A. Davenport

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Author Davenport, R. A. (Richard Alfred), 1777?-1852
LoC No. 16007484
Title Sketches of Imposture, Deception, and Credulity
Note Reading ease score: 50.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Sketches of Imposture, Deception, and Credulity" by R. A. Davenport is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work delves into the nature of belief and deception throughout human history, examining how credulity has often led people to be misled by cunning impostors. Davenport's exploration spans a wide array of subjects, including ancient oracles, false prophets, and the impact of credulity on societal beliefs. The opening of this work introduces the reader to the themes of incredulity and credulity, discussing how belief can be essential for social cohesion yet also a breeding ground for folly. Davenport critiques the ways in which impostors have exploited the credulity of the masses, providing a framework for the subsequent chapters that investigate historical examples of deception, from ancient oracles in Greece to more modern instances of false prophets. By laying out these foundational thoughts, the author sets the stage for a deeper investigation into the interplay between human psychology, societal expectations, and the enduring quest for truth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class AZ: General Works: History of scholarship and learning, The humanities
Subject Impostors and imposture
Subject Common fallacies
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EBook-No. 61993
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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