How Democracies Die

A landmark work of political analysis from two Harvard political scientists, examining how democracies collapse — not through coups and violence, but gradually, through the erosion of norms by elected leaders. Drawing on historical case studies from 1930s Europe to modern-day Hungary, Turkey, and Venezuela, the authors identify the early warning signs of democratic backsliding and argue that the guardrails protecting democracy are often informal, not written into law. A New York Times Bestseller and one of the most influential political books of the past decade — widely referenced in journalism and public discourse since its 2018 release. Essential reading for anyone interested in politics, history, or current affairs. [BOOK CONDITION: Like new with few creases on the cover]