Centrism: The Story of an Idea by Ian Dunt and Dorian Lynskey offers clarity, an academic approach, and irony on how our world was shaped. It examines the core idea of political philosophy and the contradictions surrounding the term "centrism," which has been used both as a criticism and as a distinctive feature by major political figures. From ancient Greece to the French Revolution and from World War II to the 2024 elections, the authors explore the evolution and complexity of centrist thought, posing unsettling questions about tribalism and the necessary compromises.