Books & Brunch to discuss 'Twilight of Democracy,' May 15

Books & Brunch will meet via Zoom at noon Saturday, May 15, to discuss  "Twilight of Democracy: The Seductive Lure of Authoritarianism" by Anne Applebaum.

Applebaum, a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian, argues that political systems with simple belief and that reward loyalty have great appeal to many people. The author explains how advocates of authoritarianism and illiberalism use conspiracy theory, political polarization, social media and nostalgia to entice followers. 

To RSVP and receive a Zoom link, please email Fay Ludicello at [email protected]. Those who RSVP should expect to receive the Zoom invitation at 9 a.m. May 15. 

For those who wish to get a head start on their reading, the group will discuss "Interior Chinatown" by  Charles Yu at the Books & Brunch meeting scheduled for Saturday, June 19. Yu won the 2020 National Book Award for Fiction.

Books & Brunch is open to all members and their guests.