Summary & Analysis of The Coddling of the American Mind

PLEASE NOTE: This is a summary and analysis of the book and not the original book.


In their bestselling book, The Coddling of the American Mind, Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan Haidt explore the culture of fragility and safetyism that has invaded American universities since 2013 and the underlying causes behind it. 

What does this ZIP Reads summary include?


Synopsis of the original book
A Guide to the three Great Untruths
Detailed retellings of the incidences infecting American college campuses
Six drivers of the "culture of safetyism"
Actionable advice to fight the Great Untruths at home and in school
In depth-Editorial review
Background on Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan Haidt



About the Original Book:

In The Coddling of the American Mind, Lukianoff and Haidt explore in detail the rise in the disinivtation of guest speakers at college campuses, the outbreak of violent protests, and the heightened sensitivity of students in a culture of "safetyism" that has spread nationwide. They present three great untruths that have led to this phenomenon, delve into the causes behind them, and provide actionable advice for the future. Whether you're a student, a parent, or a citizen concerned for the political divisiveness taking over the country, The Coddling of the American Mind provides real answers to the issues facing the nation today. 


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