Towards a New Cold War

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In his first major collection of essays in nearly a decade, Noam Chomsky presents a compelling analysis of the movement toward a new cold war, culminating in the policies of the Reagan administration. He examines key issues and conflicts from the 1970s, shedding light on the crises facing the United States today. By contrasting the old and emerging cold wars, Chomsky illustrates the significant shifts in American global power and ideology since World War II. This collection serves as an essential successor to his previous works, including American Power and the New Mandarins. Chomsky lays out a panorama of violence, intellectual dishonesty, and political immorality, portraying a world dominated by Reaganism. Despite the painful realities he presents, the book is enriched by Chomsky's intellectual integrity and moral clarity. It is an encyclopedic work that showcases human concern and resourcefulness at their finest. Critics praise Chomsky for his incisive critiques of the contradictions between establishment ideology and reality, making this collection a vital political handbook for the younger generation. His essays blend reason and passion, confronting readers with uncomfortable truths essential for the survival of civilization.