Pandemic of Lunacy: How to Think Clearly When Everyone Around You Seems Crazy

J. Budziszewski, a philosopher at the University of Texas, examines ideas that have become widespread in contemporary society, exploring why beliefs and values seem to shift rapidly—what was once widely accepted suddenly becomes viewed as retrograde or harmful, while ideas previously considered lunacy become taught or required. The book addresses questions about why the world appears to have undergone sudden shifts in thinking across multiple domains: morality and happiness, politics and government, family and sexuality, reality, and religion. Budziszewski presents arguments for rational thinking using accessible, commonsense language. The book is intended for readers who feel confused about current cultural changes, who question whether society or they themselves have lost reason, or who seek guidance through a period of rapid ideological transformation.