So You've Been Publicly Shamed

In 'So You've Been Publicly Shamed', Jon Ronson delves into the phenomenon of online shaming and its historical antecedents.

The book features interviews with individuals who have been subjected to intense public shaming, including Jonah Lehrer, a journalist who plagiarized quotes, and a woman who was shamed for a tweet at an airport.

Ronson also speaks with practitioners of modern public humiliation and examines the immediate and long-term consequences of such shaming.

The book raises questions about righteousness, reputation, and conformity in the context of social media and its impact on individuals and society.