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The Case for Democracy: The Power of Freedom to Overcome Tyranny and Terror Audiobook
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Natan Sharansky has lived an unusual life, spending nine years as a Soviet political prisoner and nine years as an Israeli politician. In this brilliantly analytical yet personal book, Sharansky and his longtime friend and advisor Ron Dermer make the case for democracy. The authors put nondemocratic societies under the microscope to reveal the mechanics of tyranny that sustain them, and explain why democracy is essential for our security.
Freedom, Sharansky claims, is rooted in the right to dissent, and societies that do not protect that right can never be reliable partners for peace. But lasting tyranny can be consigned to history’s dustbin if the free world stays true to its ideals. The question is not whether we have the power to change the world, but whether we have the will to move beyond Right and Left and start thinking about right and wrong.
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"An uncompromising book that fiercely champions the moral and practical imperatives in the expansion of democracy across the world. Sharansky passionately argues his cause, and 'The Case for Democracy' is a powerful product of a lifetime battling against totalitarianism and dictatorship. A fine book."
— Will (4 out of 5 stars)
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“The Case for Democracy is both a rebuke and a challenge to all conventional thinking. It must be read.”
— Charles Krauthammer, syndicated columnist and winner of the Pulitzer Prize -
“The Case for Democracy is a powerful argument for spreading freedom around the world as the ultimate weapon against totalitarian societies and fundamentalist movements.”
— Virginian-Pilot -
“Natan Sharansky explains, clearly and cogently, the linkages between freedom and peace and between tyranny and terror…This is a brave book by a brave man—an eloquent plea for moral clarity and a fine example of it.”
— Bernard Lewis, professor emeritus, Princeton University -
“Simon Vance presents a sophisticated and thoughtful reading. His voice is what one would imagine Sharansky’s voice might sound like: articulate, cosmopolitan, and passionate.”
— AudioFile
The Case for Democracy Listener Reviews
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" wonderful book, but based on the assumption that all people want democracy and human rights. "
— Varmint, 12/25/2013 -
" This book definitely has a powerful (and reassuring) central idea: namely, that democracy is a force for good in the world and worth spreading. Unfortunately, the examples Sharansky uses (Germany and Japan) make for absolutely poor comparisons to Iraq and Afghanistan. "
— Matt, 11/24/2013 -
" Natan Sharansky, the former Soviet political prisoner and Israeli member of parliament brings a unique and refreshing perspective to geopolitics. This is a must read if you are confused about how to solve the seemingly intractable problems of the Middle East. "
— Aaron, 10/24/2013 -
" This is my favorite political book. "
— Kristen, 6/28/2013 -
" Read this book if you're interested in arguments that some societies are just not capable of sustaining democracy. Sharansky, a victim of Stalin's Gulag who went on to become a leading politician in Israel, makes a solid case that democracy suits all people. "
— Elyse, 6/6/2013 -
" Very pertinent to today's world with events in Israel and Gaza. He makes a great argument for democracy in the middle east. "
— Debby, 4/7/2013 -
" I confess I liked this book. "
— Annelise, 11/26/2012 -
" What free speech would get you under Communism. Not a Left Vs Right but a Right Vs Wrong book. "
— K, 8/7/2012 -
" Discusses beautifully how powerful the vocal, moral support of the American president can be for those fighting for freedom abroad. "
— Eliza, 3/19/2012 -
" Good, but a bit overly simplistic and somewhat intellectually lacking. "
— Sean, 12/20/2011 -
" To be honest, I couldn't finish this book (I read more than half). While I agree totally with the author's point(s) I just got tired of reading his self-adulation (if that's even a word). "
— Tom, 10/9/2011 -
" Great book with a great argument born from a personal story of survival of tyranny. Should be required reading to all Americans. "
— Jarred, 8/9/2011 -
" This book is a powerful tribute to democracy and the human will to be free. "
— Tess, 5/14/2011 -
" To be honest, I couldn't finish this book (I read more than half). While I agree totally with the author's point(s) I just got tired of reading his self-adulation (if that's even a word). "
— Tom, 4/13/2011 -
" Discusses beautifully how powerful the vocal, moral support of the American president can be for those fighting for freedom abroad. "
— Eliza, 7/11/2010 -
" Good, but a bit overly simplistic and somewhat intellectually lacking. "
— Sean, 7/6/2009 -
" Read this book if you're interested in arguments that some societies are just not capable of sustaining democracy. Sharansky, a victim of Stalin's Gulag who went on to become a leading politician in Israel, makes a solid case that democracy suits all people. "
— Elyse, 2/5/2009 -
" Great book with a great argument born from a personal story of survival of tyranny. Should be required reading to all Americans. "
— Jarred, 1/12/2009 -
" This book is a powerful tribute to democracy and the human will to be free. "
— Tess, 4/28/2008 -
" Natan Sharansky, the former Soviet political prisoner and Israeli member of parliament brings a unique and refreshing perspective to geopolitics. This is a must read if you are confused about how to solve the seemingly intractable problems of the Middle East. "
— Aaron, 3/17/2008 -
" What free speech would get you under Communism. Not a Left Vs Right but a Right Vs Wrong book. "
— K, 2/2/2008
About Natan Sharansky
Natan Sharansky, writer, former Soviet dissident, and former deputy prime minister of Israel, was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in 1986 for his struggles against tyranny. He is a distinguished fellow at the Shalem Center, heading its strategic studies institute, and is president of Beit Hatefutsot, the Jewish diaspora museum.
About Simon Vance
Simon Vance (a.k.a. Robert Whitfield) is an award-winning actor and narrator. He has earned more than fifty Earphones Awards and won the prestigious Audie Award for best narration thirteen times. He was named Booklist’s very first Voice of Choice in 2008 and has been named an AudioFile Golden Voice as well as an AudioFile Best Voice of 2009. He has narrated more than eight hundred audiobooks over almost thirty years, beginning when he was a radio newsreader for the BBC in London. He is also an actor who has appeared on both stage and television.