Gideon Rachman

Author

Gideon Rachman is the chief foreign affairs commentator for the Financial Times and one of the world's most respected analysts of international politics. He has won numerous awards for his journalism and commentary. The Age of the Strongman examines the global rise of authoritarian leaders — from Putin and Xi to Trump, Modi, Erdoğan,... and Bolsonaro — and asks what their ascendancy means for democracy and the liberal international order. Rachman draws on decades of foreign affairs reporting to trace how strongman politics has reshaped the world. The audiobook and book versions offer listeners and readers an essential, timely analysis of one of the defining political trends of our era. Rachman's work appeals to anyone who wants to understand why authoritarian leaders are on the rise and what it means for the future of democracy. Read more Show less