Cyberhate: The Far Right in the Digital Age

Cyberhate: The Far-Right in the Digital Age examines how right-wing extremists operate in cyberspace, analyzing their propaganda, funding, subcultures, movements, and ideologies. It explores why far-right hate often progresses to extreme violence, focusing on specific groups, individuals, and acts of violence.

Format: Hardback
Length: 186 pages
Publication date: 14 January 2022
Publisher: Lexington Books

Cyberhate: The Far-Right in the Digital Age delves into the intricate realm of right-wing extremism in the digital age, offering a comprehensive examination of their propaganda, funding, subcultures, movements, and ideologies. By exploring the interplay between online and offline far-right violence, this book sheds light on the strategies employed by these groups and the factors that contribute to their escalation into extreme acts.

Scholars and practitioners from diverse disciplines contribute their expertise to provide a deep analysis of the far-right's operations on the internet. The book delves into specific topics such as far-right propaganda, the use of Bitcoin for funding, online subcultures like the manosphere, theories explaining the allure of violence, and notable movements like the alt-right and the terrorist Atomwaffen Division.

Through the examination of manifestos and other online correspondence from recent perpetrators of mass murder, the book focuses on specific groups, individuals, and acts of violence to unravel the motivations behind concepts like "white genocide" and incel ideology. It sheds light on how these ideologies have influenced and fueled recent deadly violence.

This book is of immense interest to scholars and practitioners in various fields, including criminal justice, criminology, psychology, cybersecurity, religion, law, education, and terrorism studies. It offers valuable insights into the complex dynamics of the far-right, their online presence, and the potential consequences of their actions. By understanding the far-right's strategies and ideologies, we can better equip ourselves to counter their harmful influence and promote a more inclusive and peaceful society.

Weight: 413g
Dimension: 228 x 160 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781793606976