Book Review: Dismantling Conspiracy Theories: Metaliteracy and Other Strategies for an Information-Disordered World by Katie Greer and Stephanie Beene
William Glick, 2026 Showcase
Dismantling Conspiracy Theories: Metaliteracy and Other Strategies for an Information-Disordered World: This review discusses the authors’ unique exploration of the ethical dilemmas faced by library staff in assisting conspiracy-minded visitors. Drawing upon existing conceptualizations of active librarianship, Greer and Beene argue that mindful interventions in such cases can represent opportunities to impact the broader public good through the cultivation of metaliteracy in tandem with existing organizational programming. Although far from the final word on the subject, the book offers valuable insights for library professionals concerned with the implications of their assistance for community well-being in an era of information disorder.
William Glick completed San José State University’s Master of Library and Information Science program in 2025 with focuses on archival studies and public librarianship. William currently works as an archival consultant at a small museum and as a clerk in the Alameda County Library system, seeking to foster the transformative power of information accessibility across existing sociocultural boundaries.
