On Liberty
On Liberty by Shami Chakrabarti, published by National Geographic Books on November 2, 2015, is a thought-provoking examination of contemporary threats to personal freedoms. This UK edition spans 256 pages and is presented in English. Chakrabarti, a prominent human rights advocate, articulates a passionate defense of fundamental rights, particularly in the context of the post-9/11 landscape where governments have increasingly prioritized security over civil liberties.
In this book, readers will find an exploration of the essential nature of rights and freedoms, alongside a critical analysis of the pressures they face today. Chakrabarti draws on her extensive experience in high-profile campaigns, addressing issues such as privacy laws and anti-terror legislation. The narrative underscores the importance of safeguarding democratic institutions and highlights the ongoing struggle for civil rights within the political sphere.
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On Liberty is the story of today’s threats to our freedoms and a highly personal, impassioned plea in defence of fundamental rights, from Shami Chakrabarti, Britain’s leading human rights campaigner
On 11 September 2001, our world changed. The West’s response to 9/11 has morphed into a period of exception. Governments have decided that the rule of law and human rights are often too costly. In On Liberty, Shami Chakrabarti explores why our fundamental rights and freedoms are indispensable. She shows, too, the unprecedented pressures those rights are under today. Drawing on her own work in high-profile campaigns, from privacy laws to anti-terror legislation, Chakrabarti shows the threats to our democratic institutions and why our rights are paramount in upholding democracy.
‘Probably the most effective public affairs lobbyist of the past 20 years’ – David Aaronovitch, The Times
‘The undaunted freedom fighter’ – Observer
‘The most dangerous woman in Britain’ – Sun
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