Surviving the 21st Century
Surviving the 21st Century by Noam Chomsky, published by Verso Books on September 30, 2025, is a thought-provoking exploration of contemporary global challenges. This edition, comprising 192 pages, features a dialogue between two influential figures: José “Pepe” Mujica, former President of Uruguay, and Noam Chomsky, a prominent thinker in linguistics and political discourse. The book delves into critical issues such as climate change, corruption, and the crisis of capitalism, offering insights into the complexities of the modern world.
Readers will find a rich discussion that emphasizes the values necessary for navigating the uncertainties of the twenty-first century. Chomsky and Mujica reflect on the importance of democracy, freedom, humility, and friendship as essential components for building a sustainable future. This dialogue, facilitated by Mexican activist Saúl Alvídrez, serves as a guide for younger generations facing an unstable world, addressing the pressing need for alternative perspectives on power and governance.
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Explore freedom, power, and the biggest challenges of the twenty-first century with two extraordinary thinkers
Two world-renowned figures of contemporary politics come together to debate alternatives for the future: José “Pepe” Mujica, former President of Uruguay and an ex-guerrilla who acquired an international following for his message of sustainability and common sense, and Noam Chomsky, who revolutionized linguistics and has become a beacon for radical thinking around the world. From the meeting of these peerless figures emerge reflections on the major global issues of our time: climate change, corruption, populism, the crisis of capitalism, and the logic of the market economy, among many others. Speaking especially to younger generations who inherited an unstable world, Chomsky and Mujica emphasize the values required to survive the challenges of the twenty-first century and to build a new world: democracy, freedom, humility, and friendship. Brought together by Mexican activist Saúl Alvídrez, Chomsky and Mujica offer a wise and passionate guide to salvaging the future.
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