The Age of Dilettantes

The book "The Age of Dilettantes" by Ksenia Kirillova is a study of the phenomenon of amateurism in modern society. The author analyzes the reasons why competence has ceased to be the main criterion for success in various fields of activity - from politics and business to science and art. The work examines how the rapid development of information technology, the simplification of access to knowledge, and changes in the education system have affected social standards. Kirillova describes the psychological and social consequences of the dominance of the dilettante approach, addressing issues such as the devaluation of expert opinion, the transformation of communications, and the decline in the quality of decisions made in various institutions of power and governance. The book raises questions about how society can adapt to these changes and whether it is possible to return to a culture of deep knowledge and professional expertise in the digital age.