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Kris
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Initial thoughts? Preaching to the Choir. Anyone who would purchase this book, would already be open to the arguments posed by Radwell. So, the question becomes: WHO is he really trying to reach with this book?
Early days. I am finding the book very well written; just a bit esoteric for the average American. Definitely a book for college-level. Predicated on a solid understanding of the Enlightenment.
— Jul 10, 2021 11:45AM
Early days. I am finding the book very well written; just a bit esoteric for the average American. Definitely a book for college-level. Predicated on a solid understanding of the Enlightenment.
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Kris
is on page 404 of 547
Additional FYI: If you have any interest in the Enlightenment from a political theory/philosophy standpoint, coupled with Keynesian economics & current American political events, this is a must read.
I already had to stop & buy a couple of the books Radwell references, (Israel) just because the ideas he bases his arguments on are so rich in detail. Very well-researched. Even if the views aren't always mine.
— Sep 30, 2021 03:57PM
I already had to stop & buy a couple of the books Radwell references, (Israel) just because the ideas he bases his arguments on are so rich in detail. Very well-researched. Even if the views aren't always mine.
Kris
is on page 404 of 547
It has been AGES since I've taken so many notes & had to pause to fact check & read an author's source. On the one hand, this has been a marvelous read. But I finally hit a spate of political philosophy that I disagree with. These are the times, I want to invite the author to a beer & debate his thoughts. Darn it. I can't. But this has been a GREAT read so far!!
— Sep 30, 2021 03:53PM
Kris
is on page 298 of 547
Starting Chpt 13. Title: The Emergence of a New Counter Enlightenment: The Age of Trumpism.
I really thought, I'd blow through this book. Instead, it has sucked me in. I highlight & study & cross-reference like I did in my grad school days. This is an incredible text~ I've already ordered several of Radwell's source materials. I was bummed, this is his only book. But his message is brilliant!
— Sep 04, 2021 04:24PM
I really thought, I'd blow through this book. Instead, it has sucked me in. I highlight & study & cross-reference like I did in my grad school days. This is an incredible text~ I've already ordered several of Radwell's source materials. I was bummed, this is his only book. But his message is brilliant!
Kris
is on page 276 of 547
This is proving to be one of my best reads this year. I have been able to dig in and study what Radwell has to teach. Anyone teaching American gov't or history? READ this book! Anyone wishing to understand how we ended up here politically? READ this book. I'm not even half way thru; but, find myself taking copious notes & side researching. Awesome Read!!
— Aug 29, 2021 06:40PM
Kris
is on page 127 of 547
Educational read. So far, I'm really enjoying it. It's been ages since I've read treatise on political theory. Didn't realize how much has changed! Regardless, this is a great refresher for me in addition to an new perspective on Enlightenment thinkers. Just when you think, you know it all & there's nothing new to learn... Radwell slips this one in. A great read for highschool or college age.
— Aug 02, 2021 04:19PM
Kris
is on page 63 of 547
Page correction: I'm on pg 63 starting Chpt 3. Reading glasses malfunctioning...
— Jul 10, 2021 11:51AM
