Democracy

A page-turner full of wit, original insight and unassuming erudition
GUARDIAN

This timely work shows how ancient wisdom might save democracies from anarchy and ruin
THE TIMES

The tone of the narrative and how the chapters unfold are riveting . . . lends a personal, familiar touch to a difficult, layered subject
TELEGRAPH INDIA

Engaging, illuminating, and arrives at an opportune moment . . . her tone is measured, exploring all sides
THE FEDERAL

Highly stimulating, wonderfully readable. . . Wherever she darts in history, Benner is a terrific guide. Her analysis of democracy's strengths and weaknesses is forensic
LITERARY REVIEW

Lively, accessible. . . A plea to throw out the self-satisfied view that western democracy is some kind of political perfection
IRISH TIMES

An original, highly humanistic analysis focusing on how individuals have interacted organically with democracy - beautifully written
GLOBAL ASIA

Essential reading . . . An invigorating reflection on the tensions in liberal democracy
CATHERINE FLETCHER