On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century

I’m honestly exhausted with the recent political climate, as I think many of us are. This book has short, to the point chapters for people (like me) who want to DO something, but may not have the time to read long extensive books, or be having trouble concentrating due to anxiety. Resistance comes in many forms, and this book helped me take steps.

Prof. Snyder's professional experience has taken him deep into the history of 20th century European fascist movements. As he accurately points out, again and again, the parallels between those movements and the movements of our time are striking. Specific enough for every contemporary American to get the message; universal enough to be timeless. 5/5 stars.

Fantastic introduction to authoritarianism and what to be on the look-out for in our current political climate. Snyder draws parallels from history but let’s the reader decide what they’ll make of it… challenges the individual to action and is a clear guide for what seems, sadly, too relevant to today.

Clearly written about the subtle Democracy's slide into a fascist state; it is happening with this administration. He explains how other Democracy's turned into fascist states and what every American citizen should be on the lookout for; clear everyday examples and historical examples make this a hell of a must read. Read it and give it to a friend or even a nice stranger.