Scan barcode
A review by kingarooski
How to Be a Liberal: The Story of Liberalism and the Fight for Its Life by Ian Dunt
5.0
Nationalism claims that liberalism represents the powerful. In fact, liberalism is the shield that protects the powerless. It is the safeguard for those who have no other defences. When it fails, there is nothing left.
A powerful and accessible history of liberal thought, from Descartes through to current times. Ian Dunt writes with passion and clarity about why liberal thought matters now, maybe more than ever. He takes us through the troubles liberalism has faced in the past and the development of modern liberal thought. Far from dry and academic, the writing is easy to follow and engaging. A must-read for all living through these turbulent times.
A powerful and accessible history of liberal thought, from Descartes through to current times. Ian Dunt writes with passion and clarity about why liberal thought matters now, maybe more than ever. He takes us through the troubles liberalism has faced in the past and the development of modern liberal thought. Far from dry and academic, the writing is easy to follow and engaging. A must-read for all living through these turbulent times.