Russ Kick

Russ Kick was an American writer, editor, and publisher known for his work in uncovering and disseminating information on a wide range of topics, including government transparency, media criticism, and alternative culture. He was the editor of 'The Graphic Canon' series and founded the website The Memory Hole, which focused on preserving and sharing documents that were in danger of being lost or forgotten.

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  1. 1. You Are Being Lied To

    The Disinformation Guide to Media Distortion, Historical Whitewashes and Cultural Myths

    This thought-provoking compilation challenges conventional wisdom by presenting a collection of essays and articles from various authors who delve into the misinformation and manipulation prevalent in media, politics, and society. The book encourages readers to question the narratives fed to them by authorities and mainstream sources, offering alternative perspectives and uncovering hidden truths. It serves as a wake-up call to critically analyze the information we consume and to recognize the power dynamics that shape our understanding of the world.

  2. 2. Everything You Know Is Wrong

    The Disinformation Guide to Secrets and Lies

    This thought-provoking compilation challenges conventional wisdom by presenting a collection of essays and articles that question widely accepted beliefs across various fields. From history and science to politics and culture, the book offers alternative perspectives and hidden truths that encourage readers to critically examine the information they encounter daily. By bringing together a diverse range of voices and topics, it aims to inspire curiosity and skepticism, urging individuals to look beyond the surface and explore the complexities of the world around them.

  3. 3. Abuse Your Illusions

    The Disinformation Guide to Media Mirages and Establishment Lies

    This thought-provoking collection delves into the hidden truths and overlooked narratives that shape our understanding of the world. Through a series of essays and articles, it challenges conventional wisdom and exposes the manipulation and deceit often present in media, politics, and society. By bringing to light the stories that are frequently ignored or distorted, it encourages readers to question the status quo and seek a deeper, more nuanced comprehension of the realities around them.

  4. 5. The Graphic Canon Of Children's Literature

    An illustrated anthology that reimagines beloved children’s stories, rhymes, and fables through diverse comic and graphic-art adaptations by numerous artists and writers; it assembles short retellings of nursery rhymes, fairy tales, picture-book classics and modern favorites, offering fresh visual interpretations—from whimsical to unexpectedly dark—that showcase the storytelling possibilities of sequential art and introduce readers of all ages to new perspectives on familiar texts.

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