First published 2022
Renowned philosopher Bertrand Russell confronts the forces of authoritarian control in 1920s Britain. As the state tightens its grip on public discourse, Russell refuses to be silenced, using his razor-sharp wit and uncompromising logic to expose the lies of official propaganda. In a battle for the freedom of thought, he faces censorship, harassment, and the threat of imprisonment. But Russell's unyielding commitment to truth and reason inspires a growing movement to challenge the government's manipulation of information. In this gripping intellectual clash, the stakes are nothing less than the future of a free society.
Genres: 20th-century, non-fiction, activism, academia
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: intellectual-clash, social-commentary
Setting: Britain
Period: 1920s
50 pages · Paperback · Legare Street Press