: The title suggests that the trust or "confidence" we place in information sources is often exploited. Key argues that our desire "to be in the know" actually makes us more vulnerable to indoctrination.
: Many readers find Key’s work "life-changing," claiming it helps them "see anew" the hidden structures of the advertising world. The Age of Manipulation: The Con in Confidence,...
: The text examines how media establishes a "reality" for its audience, suggesting that populations in developed nations are among the most manipulated in the world. : The title suggests that the trust or