Publisher's Synopsis
""The Appetite of Tyranny"" is a political and social commentary book written by G.K. Chesterton. It is a collection of essays that discuss the nature of tyranny, the dangers of centralized power, and the importance of individual liberty. Chesterton argues that tyranny is not just a political system but a mindset that can be found in various areas of life, including religion, education, and art. He also explores the role of democracy in preventing tyranny and the need for a balance between individual freedom and social responsibility. The book is a thought-provoking analysis of the dangers of authoritarianism and a call to defend individual liberty against the appetite of tyranny.The German Emperor has reproached this country with allying itself with ""barbaric and semi-oriental power."" We have already considered in what sense we use the word barbaric: it is in the sense of one who is hostile to civilisation, not one who is insufficient in it. But when we pass from the idea of the barbaric to the idea of the oriental, the case is even more curious. There is nothing particularly Tartar in Russian affairs, except the fact that Russia expelled the Tartars. The Eastern invader occupied and crushed the country for many years; but that is equally true of Greece, of Spain and even of Austria.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
