27 books Ezra Klein recommended
Ezra Klein is an American journalist, blogger, and political commentator who co-founded Vox, where he is currently editor-at-large. He was previously a blogger and columnist for The Washington Post and an associate editor of The American Prospect. He has served as a contributor to Bloomberg News and MSNBC.
A World after Liberalism
Five Thinkers Who Inspired the Radical Right
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4.2 (5)
Explore the radical right and their attempts to imagine new political societies after the decline of liberalism in this provocative book. Author Matthew Rose dives into the movement’s religious aspirations and tensions with secular values, making it one of the most controversial intellectual movements of the twentieth century. With powerful writing and eerie relevance to current events, this book is a must-read for those curious about the future of politics.
Ezra Klein
Bit of an odd column for me, but built around two books that were electric to read in this moment, and I strongly recommend:
Matthew Rose’s “A World After Liberalism” and @yermolenko_v’s “Ukraine in Histories and Stories.”
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Ukraine in histories and stories. Essays by Ukrainian intellectuals
Essays by Ukrainian Intellectuals (Ukrainian Voices)
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4.1 (100)
Discover a multi-faceted image of Ukraine’s history and reality with this collection of essays written by Ukrainian intellectuals. Explore topics ranging from the Holodomor to Maidan, from cultural diversity to Russian aggression. Written by writers, historians, philosophers, political analysts, and opinion leaders, this book offers insights into conceptual ideas and life stories that will leave you with a deeper appreciation for Ukraine’s past and present.
Ezra Klein
Bit of an odd column for me, but built around two books that were electric to read in this moment, and I strongly recommend:
Matthew Rose’s “A World After Liberalism” and @yermolenko_v’s “Ukraine in Histories and Stories.”
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Children of Ruin
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4.1 (30k)Science FictionFiction
Imagine discovering alien life on a terraformed planet only to overwrite it with memories of Earth. Humanity’s past comes back to haunt them aeons later in this astonishing sequel to an award-winning novel. Join humanity and spider allies as they explore the stars, only to awaken something on a world better left undisturbed. Children of Ruin is a thrilling sci-fi adventure that’s sure to captivate fans of the genre.
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@AGKD123 I read Children of Ruin and Shards of Earth this year too, went on a real Tchaikovsky kick! They’re all great, but CoT is a masterwork, even if Shards is, in some ways, probably a more well-constructed book.
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Nothing to See Here
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4.0 (156k)FictionFantasy
A woman finds purpose in caring for two children with remarkable and disturbing abilities in this moving and uproarious novel. When her estranged friend asks for her help, Lillian becomes the caretaker for her twin stepkids who spontaneously combust when agitated. Through a humid and demanding summer, Lillian learns to trust the children while protecting them from their buttoned-up politician husband. With its white-hot wit and big, tender heart, this is a most unusual story of parental love that will leave you wanting more.
Ezra Klein
A few fiction books I’ve loved recently:
-NK Jemisin’s “The City We Became”
-Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone’s “This is How You Lose the Time War”
-Kevin Wilson’s “Nothing to See Here”
They’re all beautiful writing built on fantastical premises. Got any more recommendations?
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Breaking the Two-Party Doom Loop by Lee Drutman
Something Deeply Hidden by Sean Carroll
This Is How You Lose the Time War by Amal el-Mohtar
How to Do Nothing by Jenny Odell
Give People Money by Annie Lowrey
Down Girl by Kate Manne
Predicting the Presidency by George C. Edwards III
Creativity, Inc. by Ed Catmull
The Gamble by John Sides
Overreach by George C. Edwards III
Beyond Ideology by Frances E. Lee
The Polarized Presidency of George W. Bush by George C Edwards III
Why the Electoral College Is Bad for America by George C. Edwards III
On Deaf Ears by George C. Edwards III
Stealth Democracy by John R. Hibbing
What It Takes by Richard ben Cramer
