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How to Be a Liberal: The Story of Freedom and the Fight for Its Survival (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781912454419)
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xLiberalism is under attack. From the rise of nationalism and populism to the decline of trust in institutions, liberals are facing unprecedented challenges. But what does it mean to be a liberal in the 21st Century? And how can we defend the values that we hold dear?
In his new book, How to Be a Liberal, Ian Dunt provides a clear and concise guide to liberalism for the modern age. Drawing on his years of experience as a journalist and political commentator, Dunt argues that liberalism is not just a set of abstract principles, but a practical guide to living a good and meaningful life.
In the book, Dunt covers a wide range of topics, including:
- What is liberalism and why is it important?
- The history of liberalism and its key thinkers
- The different types of liberalism and their strengths and weaknesses
- How to be a liberal in a world that is increasingly hostile to liberalism
Dunt's writing is witty and engaging, and he makes complex ideas accessible to a general audience. He is also not afraid to tackle difficult topics, such as the challenges of multiculturalism and the rise of identity politics.
But what makes How to Be a Liberal truly unique is Dunt's emphasis on the importance of humor and irony in the defense of liberalism. He argues that liberals need to learn to laugh at themselves and their opponents, and to avoid taking themselves too seriously.
In one passage, Dunt writes:
"Liberalism is not a religion. It is a set of ideas that are open to challenge and debate. Liberals should never be afraid to laugh at themselves or their own beliefs. In fact, I would argue that a sense of humor is essential for any liberal who wants to be effective in the world."
Dunt's book is a timely and important contribution to the debate about liberalism in the 21st century. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand what it means to be a liberal today and how to defend the values that we hold dear.
Author: Ian Dunt
ISBN-10: 1912454416
ISBN-13: 9781912454419
Publisher: Canbury Press
Language: English
Published: 09/17/2020
Pages: 496
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.75lbs
Size: 9.30h x 6.10w x 1.70d
Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 09/15/2020
In his new book, How to Be a Liberal, Ian Dunt provides a clear and concise guide to liberalism for the modern age. Drawing on his years of experience as a journalist and political commentator, Dunt argues that liberalism is not just a set of abstract principles, but a practical guide to living a good and meaningful life.
In the book, Dunt covers a wide range of topics, including:
- What is liberalism and why is it important?
- The history of liberalism and its key thinkers
- The different types of liberalism and their strengths and weaknesses
- How to be a liberal in a world that is increasingly hostile to liberalism
Dunt's writing is witty and engaging, and he makes complex ideas accessible to a general audience. He is also not afraid to tackle difficult topics, such as the challenges of multiculturalism and the rise of identity politics.
But what makes How to Be a Liberal truly unique is Dunt's emphasis on the importance of humor and irony in the defense of liberalism. He argues that liberals need to learn to laugh at themselves and their opponents, and to avoid taking themselves too seriously.
In one passage, Dunt writes:
"Liberalism is not a religion. It is a set of ideas that are open to challenge and debate. Liberals should never be afraid to laugh at themselves or their own beliefs. In fact, I would argue that a sense of humor is essential for any liberal who wants to be effective in the world."
Dunt's book is a timely and important contribution to the debate about liberalism in the 21st century. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand what it means to be a liberal today and how to defend the values that we hold dear.
Author: Ian Dunt
ISBN-10: 1912454416
ISBN-13: 9781912454419
Publisher: Canbury Press
Language: English
Published: 09/17/2020
Pages: 496
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.75lbs
Size: 9.30h x 6.10w x 1.70d
Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 09/15/2020
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