Twilight of Democracy: The Seductive Lure of Authoritarianism by Anne Applebaum

 In this book by Anne, explores the rising trend of authoritarianism and nationalist populism across the globe. Drawing her personal experiences and academic expertise outlines the risks of abandoning democratic values and institutions in favour of authoritarian regimes. The book argues that these regimes, despite their promises of stability or national rejuvenation, often lead to decreased personal freedoms, increased corruption, and societal division.

One of the book's major themes is the fragility of democracy and the ease with which it can be undermined by those who put power, ideology, or group identity above the principles of equality, individual freedom, and justice. From my point of view, this is a serious concern.

The exploration of the consequences of abandoning democratic values. It may serve as a warning for liberties, about the potential dangers of sliding towards authoritarian regimes and away from the democratic principles that underpin true democracies beliefs.

I cannot deny that it is a book has tends to instil fear and mistrust, personally, I do not think we are in such a bad place yet, but it is an interesting warning that there is a global trend towards totalism. It's sad to me that we're still having these conversations.