Paradise Poisoned: How Utopias Fall Apart
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
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The Baroness's Domination
This chapter introduces a powerful baroness whose commanding presence raises suspicions among her companions, particularly Dora, who fears the baroness may have ulterior motives for controlling their island. It explores the fragility of utopian ideals, revealing how well-meaning societies can falter under internal and external pressures, using historical examples to illustrate this tension.
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