Twilight of Democracy: The Seductive Lure of Authoritarianism
Description
In this incisive political analysis, a Pulitzer Prize–winning historian examines why some influential figures in established democracies have abandoned liberal pluralism for nationalism, populism, and authoritarian politics. Drawing on developments in the United States, Britain, and Europe, the book explores how resentment, conspiracy-minded thinking, and the promise of ideological certainty can transform political allies into opponents. It is both a sharp account of democracy’s vulnerabilities and a warning about the consequences of rewarding loyalty over institutions, while offering a thoughtful reflection on the values needed to restore democratic life.
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paperback
Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
Published Jan 1, 2020
224 pages
ISBN: 9780385545815
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First Published
2020
Language
eng
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