In Truth: A History of Lies from Ancient Rome to Modern America,

In TruthA History of Lies from Ancient Rome to Modern America\nAuthor(s): Matthew Fraser\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Prometheus Books, United States\nImprint: Prometheus Books\nISBN-13: 9781633886247, 978-1633886247\nSynopsis\nFrom ancient Rome to the current Internet age, this sweeping history of ideas explores how different epochs wrestled with the issue of truth and lies.\n\nFrom the ancient Greeks and Romans to the modern era, how have people determined what is true? How have those with power and influence sought to control the narrative? Are we living in a post-truth era, or is that notion simply the latest attempt to control the narrative? The relationship between truth and power is the key theme.\n\nMoving through major historical periods, the author focuses on notable people and events, from well-known leaders like Julius Caesar and Adolf Hitler to lesser-known individuals like Procopius and Savonarola. He notes distinct parallels in history to current events. Julius Caesar.