The Men Who Stare at Goats
The Men Who Stare at Goats
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Brief
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Book • Nonfiction
United States • 1980s
2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Men Who Stare at Goats by Jon Ronson explores the U.S. military's exploration of psychic phenomena and unconventional warfare tactics. It delves into efforts to harness psychic abilities, including staring at goats to stop their hearts, revealing both human eccentricity and ambition within these military programs.
Humorous
Mysterious
Informative
Unnerving
Playful
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Men Who Stare at Goats by Jon Ronson is praised for its humorous and engaging narrative, offering an intriguing look into bizarre military experiments. Critics appreciate Ronson's investigative rigor and wit. However, some feel the book's episodic structure leads to a scattered focus. Overall, it's a compelling mix of satire and investigative journalism.
Who Should Read The Men Who Stare at Goats?
Readers who enjoy The Men Who Stare at Goats by Jon Ronson likely appreciate investigative journalism infused with humor and wit. Fans of The Psychopath Test by Ronson and Blink by Malcolm Gladwell would find this exploration of quirky military experiments and human behavior engaging and thought-provoking.
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Book • Nonfiction
United States • 1980s
2006
Adult
18+ years
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