Letters to a Young Contrarian

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Call Number: 303.32 Hi, Adult Book / Nonfiction / Literary Arts / Essays / Hitchens, Christopher
On Shelf At: Downtown Library, Malletts Creek Branch

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Downtown 2nd Floor 4-week checkout	303.32 Hi	4-week checkout	On Shelf
Malletts Adult Books 4-week checkout	Adult Book / Nonfiction / Literary Arts / Essays / Hitchens, Christopher	4-week checkout	On Shelf

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 misfits who inspire him - invoking such mentors as Emile Zola, Rosa Parks, and George Orwell. He pointedly pitches himself in contrast to stagnant traditions across the ideological spectrum.

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Must Read submitted by sVfGI7Glt2pz7GZgVB90 on July 23, 2020, 1:11am In a easy and graceful string of letters written to a supposed student, Christopher Hitchens makes an exceptionally persuasive argument for thinking for yourself. Whilst showing how important it is, he also noticeably highlights the perils of defying conventional wisdom and popular opinion. In making his case, Hitchens shows off his sophistication in sharing a lifetime’s worth of insights and scholarship.

Both the prose and content resonated with me like few books have. The book is both timely and timeless in a world overwhelmed by political correctness and unsophisticated populism.