
The Origins of Authoritarianism—and Why It Still Works Today
From Historical Strongmen and Key Authoritarian Moments in History to Modern Authoritarian Leaders and How Their Regimes Function Today (Government and Politics Book Series)
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Narrated by:
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Ray Jericho
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By:
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Eric Nilsen
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What is authoritarianism? And what made people give others the power to rule over them?
Unchallenged authority serves at the heart of authoritarianism. In an age of democracy, authoritarianism is often met with stark criticism, whether the discussion is on tyranny, the psychology of totalitarianism, or how democracies die.
Can authoritarian regimes be successful in the eyes of their citizens? Some nations thrive under authoritarian rule, while others have numerous issues leading to uprisings and protests.
In this book we will study and analyze past empires such as The Akkadian, Achaemenian, Mauryan, Roman, and Ottoman Empire, to better understand the evolution of power.
This book explores some of the factors that have historically been the sources of legitimacy for authoritarian regimes worldwide. You will discover:
The origins, and evolution of authoritarianism – discover its complex roots and key authoritarian moments in history
What made individuals realize the need for power or authority to rule over them? Did this mean they thought they were free while under this authority?
Some of the world's greatest ancient philosophers perceptions of authoritarianism, from Plato and Aristotle to Thomas Hobbes
Case studies and prime authoritarian government examples and how they were legitimized
The blow to authoritarianism - from the English Magna Carta to the Bill of Rights
Analyzing Alexis de Tocqueville and John Stuart Mill's perceptions of Democracy
Uncover how Democracy was perceived as the killer of authoritarianism
Is authoritarianism on the way back?
And much more.
This book seeks to ignite listeners' curiosity and understanding of authoritarian regimes by studying the historical and political context, their evolution, rise, zenith, and fall, to help us better understand the world we live in today.
If you're ready to learn about authoritarianism and the world's historical fight for power, then scroll up and grab your copy now.
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Great Narration and very interesting!
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The author, Eric Nilsen, does a solid job explaining how these power structures emerged, why some collapsed, and how others managed to stick around.
One of the more intriguing points this book tackles is why people would let authoritarian leaders come to power in the first place. It’s an eye-opener, especially in a time when democracy itself feels fragile in so many parts of the world.
After finishing this book, I came away with a deeper understanding of how power works, both in the past and in the present. So if you’re interested in politics, history, or just want a better grasp of how today’s world leaders got to where they are, this is the book for you.
Highly recommended if you enjoy books that make you see the world in a different way.
An Eye-Opening Dive into Authoritarianism
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Exploring the evolution of authoritarianism
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It's not an easy topic to write about. It is well executed, and you will learn a lot.
very informative
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Interesting dynamics of power. Highly recommend.
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A Captivating Exploration of Power
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A Fascinating Dive into the Roots of Power
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A compelling, well-researched narrative
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Insightful
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Great Historical Insights
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