Books about democracy, tyranny, and feminism rapidly gained popularity after Donald Trump's election, highlighting societal concerns about rising far-right sentiment and authoritarianism.
The Handmaid's Tale climbed over 400 places in bestseller lists, symbolizing women's fears in a totalitarian society, while On Tyranny highlights historical lessons on resisting oppression.
Key works like Nineteen Eighty-Four and Men Explain Things to Me saw substantial sales increases, reflecting cultural anxieties and a renewed interest in discussions around gender and governance.
Rebecca Solnit's writings emphasize the dangers of underestimating racism and misogyny in politics, pointing to significant societal misjudgments surrounding the 2016 election and beyond.
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