Rosenfeld, Sophia

This first-rate study of choice and freedom will appeal to most history lovers.

Readers may only be disappointed that Rosenfeld does not cover recent times, most especially today's conservative purveyors of common sense. Her book is a model of how a fine work of history may enlighten readers about polemics without being a polemic itself. Rich, graceful, often witty, this is very highly recommended for academic and serious readers.