License to Resist

This book is a comprehensive analysis of Xenophon's dialogue Hiero, in which the tyrant Hiero and the poet Simonides discuss the advantages and disadvantages of exercising tyranny. The work includes a translation of the dialogue from its original Greek, Strauss's commentary on it, a critique of Strauss's commentary by Alexandre Kojève, and the complete correspondence between Strauss and Kojève. The discussion delves into the nature of tyranny, the distinction between tyrants and kings, and the philosophical implications of these concepts. The book also explores the debate between Strauss and Kojève on the role of philosophy in ruling the world and the concept of the Universal Homogenous State[1][3][5].

In this memoir, Amy Chua recounts her strict parenting methods, which she terms 'Chinese parenting,' and how these methods affected her relationship with her daughters, Sophia and Lulu. The book explores the cultural differences between Chinese and Western parenting styles, highlighting the intense academic and extracurricular expectations Chua placed on her daughters. It delves into the conflicts and rewards of this approach, including the daughters' achievements and the challenges they faced in adhering to their mother's demanding standards.