Originally published in 1975, Ralf Dahrendorf’s Reith Lectures were an important contribution to public debate, exploring as they do the theme of the new liberty and being concerned to refashion liberalism to cope with the problems and tension of contemporary societies. The analysis covers endemic economic problems, such as growth, inflation and development, the complex nature of organizations, and the problems of political representation.

A prophetic, life-affirming work by celebrated trial attorney Gerry Spence, "Give Me Liberty" launches an explosive national dialogue to rescue America.

With the end now in sight and all hope lost, journey back through the events that lead to the new world order, as told through the memories of the man who was at the head of it all as a simple thesis propelled him forward into a world of ideas and power. With humble origins, he begins in a dark place with only his aspirations and help from new allies to direct his course down the pathways of politics and revolution to find his true voice and a love that will stay with him forever.

Ian Adams examines the tenets of liberalism, socialism, conservatism, Marxism, anarchism, and fascism. This new edition covers recent developments in religious and sexual politics, environmentalism, animal rights, post-Marxism, communitarianism, multiculturalism, and postmodernism. Recent events covered include the Asian financial crisis, the Balkan wars, and the election of the New Labour government. Adams shows how contemporary ideological thinking is still thriving, and discusses prospects for future ideological developments, including the growth of small scale and local ideologies.