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The Disenlightenment: Politics, Horror, and Entertainment
David Mamet
David Mamet
One of America's greatest living literary legends invites you think for yourself in this compelling narrative of manipulation, power, and the human condition.
Instant New York Times Bestseller
238 pp. - Politics
Spellbound: How Charisma Shaped American History from the Puritans to Donald Trump
Molly Worthen
Molly Worthen
What happens when Americans lose faith in their religious institutions—and politicians fill the void? From the Puritans to Donald Trump, this sweeping history will change your understanding of the forces that create leaders and hold their followers captive.
431 pp. - Politics
