The fixation on expecting books to align with one’s ideologies, current political stance, or mindset is intriguing and I always what’s with this obsession, especially among younger generations. Some individuals dismiss books solely because they contain elements such as sexism/sexist characters, specific religious themes, or differing ideas.
This tendency becomes particularly problematic when readers judge older works through the lens of contemporary standards, such as applying a 2024 mindset to books from the ’80s, ’90s, or 2000s.
Do you let differences in ideologies stop you from picking up a book? If yes, why?
Edit: FYI, I’m not standing for a certain group or insinuating I agree with everything. I’m saying no book will check everything for you. It just seems strange how we get obsessed with the weaknesses and not strengths.
The media we consume influences us, it’s up to us to filter and refine it and come out with more information about certain things. I would be a psychopath if I lived by everything I read and watched.
by Brainwave_20