
On tyranny : twenty lessons from the twentieth century / Timothy Snyder ; illustrated by Nora Krug.
The author argues that American society is leaning toward despotism and totalitarianism and looks back at the 20th century for examples of how totalitarianism has taken over before
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Main Authors: | Snyder, Timothy (Author) |
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Other Authors: | Krug, Nora (Author) |
Format: | Book |
Language: | English |
Published: | California : Ten Speed Press, [2021]. |
Edition: | First graphic edition |
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Do not obey in advance |
Defend institutions |
Beware the one-party state |
Take responsibility for the face of the world |
Remember professional ethics |
Be wary of paramilitaries |
Be reflective if you must be armed |
Stand out |
Be kind to our language |
Believe in truth |
Investigate |
Make eye contact and small talk |
Practice corporeal politics |
Establish a private life |
Contribute to good causes |
Learn from peers in other countries |
Listen for dangerous words |
Be calm when the unthinkable arrives |
Be a patriot |
Be as courageous as you can |