You can’t read this book – Nick Cohen

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You Can’t Read This Book: Censorship in an Age of Freedom by Nick Cohen is a compelling exploration of modern censorship, highlighting the challenges to free speech in the 21st century. A sharp critique of contemporary society, this book delves into how censorship persists despite the belief that we are living in an age of freedom. Cohen examines various global examples—from Iran’s failed revolution to China’s Great Firewall—demonstrating how dictatorships, plutocracy, and religious fanatacism thrive under new guises.

Part of a broader discourse on freedom of speech, You Can’t Read This Book isn’t just a critique of minor censorship issues but looks at how, even in liberal societies, freedom of expression is being crushed by powerful forces. A winner of the Polemic of the Year at the 2013 Political Book Awards, this book serves as a wake-up call about the dangers to democracy and the press in a world where power and wealth seem to overrule the voice of the people.

An essential read for anyone interested in politics, society, or the future of free speech, Cohen’s work is an eye-opening investigation into censorship’s pervasive reach in both democratic and authoritarian systems. You Can’t Read This Book is a must-read for those who want to understand the complex battle for freedom in today’s world.