"The most important book of the Trump era" - The Economist

How does a democracy die? What can we do to save our own? What lessons does history teach us? In the 21st century, democracy is under threat as never before. Drawing enlightening lessons from history - from Pinochet's murderous regime in Chile to the quiet dismantling of democracy by Erdogan in Turkey - Levitsky and Ziblatt explain why democracies fail, how leaders like Trump undermine them today, and what each of us can do to protect our democratic rights.

"This book seeks the lessons from history to offer a guide for defending democratic norms when they are threatened, and finds that it is possible to resist." - David Runciman

"A useful guide to the importance of rules, institutional constraints, and political engagement for preserving democracy - and how quickly those elements can erode if we're not careful." - President Barack Obama

"You must read it." - Andrew Marr, Sunday Times

"The greatest value of the book 'How Democracies Die' by Levitsky and Ziblatt is in discarding Western exceptionalism. They recount inspiring stories I had never heard before." - Nick Cohen, Observer

"Provocative, timely. One of my favorite reads this year." - Elif Shafak

"Anyone worried about the future of democracy should read this short, accessible book. Anyone who is not worried, definitely should read it." - Daron Acemoglu, co-author of 'Why Nations Fail'

Pages: 320, Dimensions: 12.8x12.8cm