Current, concise and powerful

I can't think of a single more beneficial activity to spend the same amount of time on than reading this book, and then reading it again. The challenge ahead for the struggle against tyranny has become crystal clear for this reader. The author's historical lens provides a compelling comparison to contemporary events. I'll be purchasing a hard copy and fresh highlighter pen.

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The most important book I've ever read.

I beg you to read this. A hugely important book that is short, easily digestible, with every sentence hitting a home run.

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piercing, insightful and concise

this essay-like commentary was incisive and clear, and provides great historical context to current events.

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A must listen for under 30's

Well done Timothy Snyder (again) - this book is arguably the most important bit of literature in our current times. Nobody has so eloquently summarised the perils of the current world in a way that is simple and direct. The book provides practical and critical advice - to promote democracy and to be attuned to creeping perils of fascism and tyranny. To all the disenfranchised young people of the world - please listen to this book. I am going to buy hard copies to give away.

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Prescient

As a large minority in the US continue to lurch to the hard Right and Putin has opted to trash international law, 5 years on from its writing this book is a compelling read and has proven too prophetic for comfort. Diligently researched, intelligently crafted and concisely written, it remains a wake up call for all

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Excellent - no background knowledge needed

As someone with a newfound interest in global politics I found this to be such a great read, particularly because it didn't get bogged down in specific historic events. It didn't require the reader to have any real existing in depth knowledge of history but rather focussed more on the bigger picture patterns and ideas.

I'd recommend it strongly, and point out that he has a very interesting interview with Sam Harris on the Waking Up podcast that is very suitable 'extra listening' for this audiobook.

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Excellent historical overview in today's context

Each and every lesson in this book is a prophecy where the world is heading. Very clear ideas with very accurate historical linkage

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Important Work

Concise and to the point, highlighting patterns of all tyrannies and authoritarian leaders. Some of the reviews of the reviewers who have given this a low score appear to feel uncomfortable with how it makes them feel about their political views. I cannot agree with their reviews, this is an important work and if you admire authoritarian style leaders, it will make you feel uncomfortable.

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Great lessons in tyranny.

Gave great background to many historical events. Need to listen again and again. He shows how important it is for us to respect institutions and never allow tyranny to get a hold.

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On Tyranny

Prophetic, alarming but hopeful
Beautifully read by the author
So much of the book has been shown to be true
Good advice for the future
I’ll be looking for his more recent works

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