Letters to a Young Contrarian (Paperback)

from MarkBeronte

In the book that he was born to write, provocateur and best-selling author Christopher Hitchens inspires future generations of radicals, gadflies, mavericks, rebels, angry young (wo)men, and dissidents. Who better to speak to that person who finds him or herself in a contrarian position than Hitc...

from sailornate82

Interesting, well-written book explicating some of Hitchens' beliefs. Primarily geared toward those interested in furthering critical thinking skills.

from petterw

Think for yourself, writes Christopher Hitchens to his Young Contrarian. And although the kind of unemotional, contemplative life he suggests we should live is not always tempting, he manages to wake me (and the Young Contrarian I assume) up, asks me to make up my own mind about everything, quest...

from roblong

How to be Christopher Hitchens, in a few 'letters' to the reader. Principled talk, focused on how to think rather than what to think (although of course the correct 'how' will exclude many a 'what'). Rambles a bit sometimes, but the aim really is to raise a variety of subjects rather than to go i...

from MattMackane

Another great book by Hitch. If only he were here for this election!