Erik von Kuehnelt-Leddihn Book order

Erik Maria Ritter von Kuehnelt-Leddihn, an Austrian Catholic nobleman and socio-political theorist, described himself as an "extreme conservative arch-liberal." He argued that majority rule in democracies poses a threat to individual liberties, championing monarchism and opposing all forms of totalitarianism. His early works influenced the American conservative movement, and his most recognized writings appeared in National Review, where he was a columnist for 35 years. Possessing encyclopedic knowledge of the humanities and fluency in multiple languages, Kuehnelt-Leddihn offered a unique intellectual perspective.

2013
Liberty or Equality
The Challenge of Our Time
416 pages
15 hours of reading
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The book explores the historical and contemporary interpretations of democracy and liberalism, arguing that they do not inherently align. It posits that democracy's quest for equality often results in collectivism and totalitarianism. Kuehnelt-Leddihn reflects on the concerns of thinkers from 1790 to 1914, who warned about the potential for totalitarianism emerging from democratic ideals. By connecting these historical insights with modern perspectives, the author provides a thorough examination of the evolution of political thought and its implications for society.
1990
Leftism revisited
520 pages
19 hours of reading
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Argues that the leftist approach to government, based on materialism, centralization, and politicization, is opposed to freedom and true liberalism

Liberty or Equality

Leftism revisited