56 pages • 1 hour read
Amanda MontellThe Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2024A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Super Short Summary
The Age of Magical Overthinking by Amanda Montell explores the psychological and cultural phenomena where individuals attribute significant meaning to random events. The book examines how overthinking and the quest for magical explanations impact modern life, blending insights from psychology, sociology, and personal anecdotes. Montell delves into why people seek extraordinary narratives in everyday occurrences.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Amanda Montell's The Age of Magical Overthinking delves into today's fixation on self-help and spirituality, striking a chord with its incisive commentary. Critics appreciated its wit and engaging prose but noted occasional repetitiveness. While Montell's insightful analysis resonates with many, some found her arguments lacked depth in spots. Suitable for those intrigued by modern societal trends.
Who Should Read The Age of Magical Overthinking?
A reader who would enjoy The Age of Magical Overthinking by Amanda Montell is likely intellectually curious, appreciative of humor, and interested in cultural critique. Fans of her previous work, Cultish, or books like Trick Mirror by Jia Tolentino and You’re Not Listening by Kate Murphy would find this book engaging.