The Enlightenment Trap

Name: The Enlightenment Trap
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Rating: 4.9 (25 reviews)
Author: Scott Carney

Uncovering the Dark Side of Enlightenment

Written byScott Carney

Narrated byScott Carney

Length11h31m

Release dateJanuary 15, 2023

GenrePolitics & Social Sciences, Anthropology, Religion & Spirituality

LanguageEnglish

★★★★☆ 4.9 (25 ratings)

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Author	Scott Carney
Narrator	Scott Carney
Runtime	11h31m
Published	January 15, 2023
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.9 / 5 (25 ratings)
Categories	Politics & Social Sciences, Anthropology, Religion & Spirituality, Religious Studies, Sociology
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

About This Audiobook

The Enlightenment Trap, narrated by its author Scott Carney, is a visceral exploration of the darker aspects of spiritual seeking. Carney's personal and philosophical inquiry into the true cost of self-discovery will keep listeners on the edge of their seats. By interweaving memoir and anthropology, Carney creates a narrative that is both deeply personal and broadly relevant. The audiobook's production values are equally impressive, with clear narration and meticulous sound design that brings the Arizona desert landscapes to life.

This audiobook is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of spirituality, anthropology, and the human condition. Carney's unique blend of storytelling and intellectual curiosity will resonate with fans of authors like Michael Pollan and Yuval Noah Harari. The Enlightenment Trap is a thought-provoking and deeply unsettling listen that will challenge listeners' assumptions about the nature of spiritual seeking and the human experience.

Tags: Spiritual abuseAnthropology of spiritualityNew Age movementEnlightenment critiqueCult psychology

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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As an audiobook editor, I was blown away by the sheer power of Scott Carney's narrative. His performance as the narrator is warm and engaging, drawing listeners into the intimate moments of his journey with Ian Thorson and his wife, Phoebe. At the same time, Carney's writing is razor-sharp, cutting through the sentimentalities of spiritual seeking to expose the darker underbelly of human nature. One of the standout features of this audiobook is its ability to balance intense emotional drama with rigorous intellectual inquiry. Carney's critique of the New Age movement and the cult-like communities that have sprung up around it is both scathing and insightful, offering a nuanced exploration of the tensions between individual freedom and collective delusion. If I have any criticisms, it's that the pacing can feel a bit uneven at times, with some sections feeling more like lectures than narrative. Nevertheless, The Enlightenment Trap is a triumph of audiobook storytelling that will leave listeners changed forever.

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