BOOK REVIEW: Twilight of Democracy: The Seductive Lure of Authoritarianism

Abstract

In her book, Twilight of Democracy: The Seductive Lure of Authoritarianism, Anne Applebaum explores a political shift that many democracies face today. In her analysis of global democracies, Applebaum explains why authoritarianism is on the rise and how it is being welcomed by many. She argues that the world is becoming more authoritarian, and democracy is starting to slip, especially with the recent election of US President Donald Trump.

Keywords

Democracy, Authoritarianism, Book Review

Citation

Jonathan Nash, Book Review “Anne Applebaum, Twilight of Democracy: The Seductive Lure of Authoritarianism, Doubleday Publishers, 2020”, International Relations, Vol 19, No 76, 2022, pp. 101-103.

Affiliations

• Jonathan NASH, South Dakota State University, School of American & Global Studies