Letters to a Young Contrarian by Christopher Hitchens (English) Paperback Book

Description: Letters to a Young Contrarian by Christopher Hitchens From bestselling author and provocateur Christopher Hitchens, the classic guide to the art of principled dissent and disagreement FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In the book that he was born to write, provocateur and best-selling author Christopher Hitchens inspires future generations of radicals, gadflies, mavericks, rebels, angry young (wo)men, and dissidents. Who better to speak to that person who finds him or herself in a contrarian position than Hitchens, who has made a career of disagreeing in profound and entertaining ways.This book explores the entire range of "contrary positions"-from noble dissident to gratuitous pain in the butt. In an age of overly polite debate bending over backward to reach a happy consensus within an increasingly centrist political dialogue, Hitchens pointedly pitches himself in contrast. He bemoans the loss of the skills of dialectical thinking evident in contemporary society. He understands the importance of disagreement-to personal integrity, to informed discussion, to true progress-heck, to democracy itself. Epigrammatic, spunky, witty, in your face, timeless and timely, this book is everything you would expect from a mentoring contrarian. Notes This witty and timeless book explores the entire range of contrary positions and is everything you would expect from a mentoring contrarian. Back Cover In Letters to a Young Contrarian, best-selling author and world-class provocateur Christopher Hitchens inspires future generations of radicals, gadflies, mavericks, rebels, and angry young (wo)men. Exploring the entire range of "contrary positions" from noble dissident to gratuitous pain in the butt, Hitchens introduces the next generation to the minds and the misfits who inspire him-invoking such mentors as Emile Zola, Rosa Parks, and George Orwell. As is his trademark, Hitchens pointedly pitches himself in contrast to stagnant traditions across the ideological spectrum. There is no one writing today with a greater understanding of the importance of disagreement-to personal integrity, to informed discussion, to true progress, to democracy itself. Author Biography Christopher Hitchens is a contributing editor to Vanity Fair. His numerous books include Letters to a Young Contrarian and Why Orwell Matters. Review "Hitchens is expanding his influence, showing the next generation how to think independently." - USA Today" Long Description In the book that he was born to write, provocateur and best-selling author Christopher Hitchens inspires future generations of radicals, gadflies, mavericks, rebels, angry young (wo)men, and dissidents. Who better to speak to that person who finds him or herself in a contrarian position than Hitchens, who has made a career of disagreeing in profound and entertaining ways.This book explores the entire range of "contrary positions"-from noble dissident to gratuitous pain in the butt. In an age of overly polite debate bending over backward to reach a happy consensus within an increasingly centrist political dialogue, Hitchens pointedly pitches himself in contrast. He bemoans the loss of the skills of dialectical thinking evident in contemporary society. He understands the importance of disagreement-to personal integrity, to informed discussion, to true progress-heck, to democracy itself. Epigrammatic, spunky, witty, in your face, timeless and timely, this book is everything you would expect from a mentoring contrarian. Review Quote "Part revolutionist, part court jester, he is possessed of a wickedly effective prose style and sense of moral purpose....True democracy would not exist without Hitchens and his ilk. May this book breed many more contrarians, young and old alike."-- Timeout New York Promotional "Headline" From bestselling author and provocateur Christopher Hitchens, the classic guide to the art of principled dissent and disagreement Details ISBN0465030335 Author Christopher Hitchens Short Title LETTERS TO A YOUNG CONTRAR Series Art of Mentoring (Paperback) Language English ISBN-10 0465030335 ISBN-13 9780465030330 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 303.32 Year 2005 Imprint Basic Books Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Birth 1949 Death 2011 Residence Washington, DC, US Edition First Trade Paper Edition DOI 10.1604/9780465030330 US Release Date 2005-04-13 UK Release Date 2005-04-13 Pages 160 Publisher Basic Books Publication Date 2005-04-13 Audience General NZ Release Date 2005-04-12 AU Release Date 2005-04-12 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:101771543;

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