The New Road to Serfdom: A Letter of Warning to America Audiobook (Unabridged)

" As I prepare to move to London, it's nice to know there is at least one British politician who I can respect on that side of the Atlantic. In this quick read, MP Daniel Hannan warns his American cousins to abandon our present path toward emulating the European model of social democracy. By contrasting the founding documents, the process by which they were implemented, and political and social consequences of the EU and the US systems, Hannan builds a strong case for why America needs to stand true to our founding principles and reject the EU model. As cynical as I am about American politics, and as broken as our system may be, I have come away from this book with a much better appreciation for the political process in the US. "

" This book, by British MP Daniel Hannan, is as Rhonda said in her review from 1/23/12, "... a warning to the American people about not abandoning our founding principles of freedom which will lead us into socialism". It contains a few interesting perspectives, but for the most part, I found it slow and dry. "

" Very thought provoking and insightful. Hannon is the only conservative in the EU and his perspective as a British born politician is enlightening. "

" The author is a British politician who has seen first hand the destructive road of the European Union, with it's centralized decision making and socialist leanings. The EU countries are showing America the way directly into the poorhouse, and many of our leaders can't seem to see that aspiring to be like Europe is taking America off its foundation. This book was free to checkout from the Wake County Library. "

" Very useful, measured overview of the UK's relationship with the EU over the last 40 years and the real agenda behind the project of "ever closer union". How could we ever have thought this was about anything else other than the creation of a European super-state? "

" Great book. A beautifully written warning about the centralization of power. All the more insightful with the ongoing implosion of the EU. "

" A bit ramblish for a relatively short book. "

" He meant well but it's a poor attempt. "

" The New Road to Serfdom is a repaving of Hayak's old Road to Serfdom, not a fresh trail into unexplored territory. If you only want to travel one of these roads, take the old one - its focus on economics gives you a better ride. "

" Amazing insight from a prophet outside the inner circle of United States political corruption. A hard smack in the face to politicians in general and a dire warning for America. "

" Fantastic - if we'll only listen to him. "

" An excellent read from a Briton reminding Americans why this country is so great. And warning us that the current path of bigger government, less liberty and self-governance is ruining our great country. "

" A decent read, and I wanted to like it more, but I believe Hannan would have come off as more scholarly and credible if he had used references for his statements. "

" Outstanding!!! An amazing Book, and highly recommended for anyone who has ever wished that our great country should strive to be more like, or completely replicate the "European Welfare Union". "

" I don't think he read the original Road to Serfdom. "

" I give this book the highest possible rating. The author briefly, directly, clearly explains some of the dangers America faces if it follows Europe down the path of the welfare state and large centralized undemocratic government. "

" I wish the book would have stayed more focused. To me, it seems to give the original title a bad name. A decent quick read, but, truthfully, I would look elsewhere with so much currently out there to read. "

" I did enjoy this book and appreciate the author's point of view. Government close to home is where it's at. "

" Outstanding!!! An amazing Book, and highly recommended for anyone who has ever wished that our great country should strive to be more like, or completely replicate the "European Welfare Union". "

" I give this book the highest possible rating. The author briefly, directly, clearly explains some of the dangers America faces if it follows Europe down the path of the welfare state and large centralized undemocratic government. "

" The New Road to Serfdom is a repaving of Hayak's old Road to Serfdom, not a fresh trail into unexplored territory. If you only want to travel one of these roads, take the old one - its focus on economics gives you a better ride. "