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Modern Times

A History of the World from the Twenties to the Nineties

Book • 2010

In this book, Paul Johnson provides an in-depth historical analysis of the 20th century, starting from the aftermath of World War I and ending with the collapse of Communism in Eastern Europe.

The book covers significant events such as the rise of totalitarian regimes, the impacts of World War I and II, the Cold War, and the influence of religion and ideology on politics and society.

Johnson also explores major scientific and technological advancements and their effects on human perception and behavior.

The book is written from a conservative perspective and has been praised for its profound influence on intellectual thinking.

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Mentioned in 12 episodes

Mentioned by

Sam Lessin

while watching with his kids about the Depression.

#109 OpenAI vs Google: The Real Business Model War Begins

Mentioned by

Jonah Goldberg

as a work where Paul Johnson riffs on Schumpeter's themes about elites and culture.

Progressivism Misunderstood

Mentioned by

Jonah Goldberg

as a favorite history book he has read more than once.

Joe Biden’s Roadside Library

Mentioned by

Albert Mohler

referencing Paul Johnson's critique of anti-theistic modern ideologies leading to mass violence.

The Battle for Religious Liberty and Conservatism in a Secular Age — Professor John Wilsey

Mentioned by Rudyard Lynch as a history of the 20th century, discussing the Soviet Union's decisions.

How Feminization, Hypergamy, and Economic Collapse Are Reshaping Society - Rudyard Lynch (WhatIfAlthHist) X Tom Bilyeu Pt. 2

Mentioned by

Rudyard Lynch

as a brilliant book that reframed his view of the 20th century.

Explaining the Soviet Union

Included in the bibliography as a general history reference on modernity cited by

Rudyard Lynch

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things are very bad now....

Mentioned by

Rudyard Lynch

while discussing Mussolini's dictatorship and how it reminded him of Latin American caudillos.

Explaining the Mediterranean's Decline

Recommended by a freshman to

Tom Woods

, it reshaped his understanding of US history and solidified his anti-leftist stance.

Ep. 2691 The Establishment Lies About Everything, with Mike Adams

Mentioned by

Yakov Feygin

as a book he recommends for understanding the debate on modernity versus tradition.

Soviet Ruins and China's Future

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