Gregory G.

A bit hyperbolic

Revisado: 03-24-22

This presents the standard Manichaean view of history most of us were steeped in. A much better and more balanced presentation is given by Sir Arthur Bryant in his book "Unfinished Victory". But good luck finding that one: doesn't fit the narrative. Fortunately it can be found at archive.org

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Disappointing

Revisado: 06-02-19

I had high hopes for this book given the week long praise given on the Tom Woods podcast. However, I come away with a sneaking suspicion Michael Malice is a closet SJW. His endless need to label people racist, antisemites, ... becomes tiresome early on. This is especially true when engaging in his own tribal tropes. The problem with using these labels is that they are weaponized. They don't provide understanding. They evoke an emotional response which shuts down thought. After all, that is why they are employed. This is not to say this book has no merit. But perhaps the snide Mr. Malice, should do some self analysis.

What was clear in this book is how very myopic Malice is when it comes to his own prejudices and preconceived notions. His thesis that culture springs from the lower classes seems rather short sighted. It's been said that the lower classes follow the upper class in an ascending culture. Likewise, the upper class follows the lower in a society in decay. The very short sighted Mr. Malice seems to think the normalizing of pornography and crassness is edgy and cool. I would suggest societies rise and fall and decadence is not the sign pointing to a brighter future.

Special attention needs to be given the horrible job Mr. Malice does mimicking the voice of Jared Taylor. I suppose it may help the listener distinguish quotes of Jared Taylor from Mr. Malice's critique. But, then that is hardly necessary: racist, racist! If I were Jared, I'd sue for defamation of speech pattern.

Finally, it could be said that I've selectively chose small parts of the book to paint an unrepresentative picture of an otherwise good book. However, that is exactly where the my problems with "The New Right" lies.

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Not very captivating

Revisado: 06-01-19

Shevik, the main character is not very likable. Also the ending leaves one hanging. But not too much, because I was very ready for the book to end no matter how disjointedly.

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A bit too contrived

Revisado: 09-03-17

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

By the 3rd in the series, the formulaic nature of the story became a bit overwhelming. Although there are good elements to the story, the relentless up, down, up, down plot development wore me down.

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