On Freedom

Timothy Snyder

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English

The Bodley Head Ltd
19 October 2024

Social & political philosophy; Political ideologies; Political control & freedoms

An urgent and masterly exploration of freedom - by the acclaimed, bestselling author of On Tyranny

A brilliant exploration of freedom - what it is, how it's been misunderstood, and why it's our only chance for survival - by the acclaimed, bestselling author of On Tyranny.

Freedom is the great Western commitment, but we have lost sight of what it means - and this is leading us into crisis. Too many of us look at freedom as the absence of state power- we think we're free if we can do and say as we please, and protect ourselves from government interference. But true freedom isn't so much freedom from, as freedom to - the freedom to thrive, to take risks for futures we choose by working together. Freedom is the value that makes all other values possible.

Drawing on the work of philosophers and political dissidents, conversations with contemporary thinkers and his own experiences, Snyder identifies the practices and attitudes - the habits of mind - that will allow us to design a government in which we and future generations can flourish. We come to appreciate the importance of traditions but also the role of institutions. Intimate yet ambitious, this book helps forge a new consensus rooted in a politics of abundance, generosity and grace.

Snyder's book On Tyranny has inspired millions around the world to fight for freedom; On Freedom helps us see exactly what we're fighting for. It is a thrilling intellectual journey and a tour de force of political philosophy.

By: Timothy Snyder
Imprint: The Bodley Head Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 240mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 40mm
Weight: 750g
ISBN: 9781847928054
ISBN 10: 1847928056
Pages: 368
Publication Date: 19 October 2024
Audience: General/trade , College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , ELT Advanced , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Timothy Snyder has been called 'the leading interpreter of our dark times'. As a historian, he has given us startling reinterpretations of political collapse and mass killing. As a public intellectual, he has turned that knowledge towards counsel and prediction, working against authoritarians and populists. He teaches history and global affairs at Yale University and his books, which have been published in over forty languages, include Bloodlands, Black Earth, On Tyranny, Road to Unfreedom and Our Malady. His work has inspired poster campaigns and exhibitions, sculptures, a punk rock song, a rap song, a play and an opera, and he has appeared in over fifty films and documentaries.

Reviews for On Freedom

PRAISE FOR TIMOTHY SNYDER A scholar of great distinction and authority * The Times * A Yale university historian whose work deserves to be read and reread * Economist * A hugely important historian * Evening Standard * [A] remarkable and original historian -- Timothy Garton Ash Timothy Snyder reasons with unparalleled clarity, throwing the past and future into sharp relief -- Misha Gessen Talented and innovative -- Niall Ferguson