Living In Truth by Vaclav Havel
"Living in Truth" is a collection of essays and speeches that delve into the moral and existential struggles of living under an oppressive regime. The work explores the nature of power, truth, and individual responsibility in a society where the official narrative often contradicts reality. The author, a dissident playwright turned political leader, argues for the importance of living with integrity and maintaining a commitment to truth as acts of resistance. Through personal anecdotes and philosophical reflections, the text serves as both a critique of totalitarianism and a guide for maintaining one's humanity in the face of systemic deception and coercion.
The 4524th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1986
- Nationality
- Czech
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Czech
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This book is on the following lists:
- The Hundred Most Influential Books Since The War (WW2) (Central and East European Publishing Project)