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Milton and our modern world

Arts & Ideas

CHAPTER

The Authoritarian Spectrum: Puritanism to Politics

This chapter explores the authoritarian tendencies that exist in various political ideologies, both left and right, through the lens of historical Puritanism. It examines how these tendencies manifest in contemporary political events and movements, emphasizing the balance between liberty and authority. The discussion also highlights the evolution of Puritanism, its initial resistance to authoritarianism, and the risks of imposing a singular worldview on diverse individuals.

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