57 pages 1 hour read

Timothy Garton Ash

The Magic Lantern

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1990

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Timothy Garton Ash's The Magic Lantern captures the fervor of Eastern Europe's revolution with vivid, firsthand accounts, praised for its insightful analysis and compelling narrative. While some critiques note a lack of depth in broader historical context, the book remains a poignant chronicle of a pivotal era.

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Who Should Read The Magic Lantern?

Readers who enjoy The Magic Lantern by Timothy Garton Ash are typically history enthusiasts, political science scholars, and anyone fascinated by firsthand accounts of the fall of communism in Eastern Europe. Comparable works include Václav Havel's Open Letters and Anne Applebaum's Iron Curtain.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
History: European
Politics / Government
History: World
Themes
Values/Ideas: Justice & Injustice
Emotions/Behavior: Conflict
Society: Politics & Government
Genre
Travel Literature