"The core premise is that Trump is portrayed as a 'puppet'—not a real leader—carved from the 'wood' of celebrity culture and public grievance, who is brought to power by a disillusioned populace ('Geppetto'). The book argues that his entire political identity is built on a fundamental disregard for truth, where every lie he tells (symbolized by his growing nose) doesn't shame him but instead strengthens his bond with his supporters."
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