Persecution and the Art of Writing
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Overview
The essays collected in Persecution and the Art of Writing all deal with one problem—the relation between philosophy and politics. Here, Strauss sets forth the thesis that many philosophers, especially political philosophers, have reacted to the threat of persecution by disguising their most controversial and heterodox ideas.
Synopsis
The essays collected in Persecution and the Art of Writing all deal with one problem—the relation between philosophy and politics. Here, Strauss sets forth the thesis that many philosophers, especially political philosophers, have reacted to the threat of persecution by disguising their most controversial and heterodox ideas.
Booknews
Paperback reprint. Originally published by the Free Press, New York, 1952. All these essays deal with the relation between philosophy and politics. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)