The Captive Mind by Czesław Miłosz
"The Captive Mind" is a thought-provoking exploration of the intellectual and moral dilemmas faced by artists and intellectuals living under oppressive regimes. Through a series of powerful and insightful essays, the author delves into the psychological and ideological transformations experienced by individuals who compromise their values and conform to the demands of totalitarianism. With a blend of personal anecdotes, historical analysis, and philosophical reflections, this book offers a profound examination of the complexities of intellectual freedom and the power of ideology.
The 1637th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1953
- Nationality
- Polish
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 200-300
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Polish
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This book is on the following lists:
- 100 Books to Read from Eastern Europe and Central Asia (New East Digital Archive)
- The Hundred Most Influential Books Since The War (WW2) (Central and East European Publishing Project)