The translated verses quoted in the preceding post were chanted in Tahrir Square by the heroes who filled that space with their bodies, their lives, and their determination to be free.  It isn't often that we see such a moment that is "the real item"--people literally placing themselves at mortal risk in front of violent forces of entrenched power.  This book is not only inspirational, but also offers a plausible analysis of an unprecedented historical opening, the contours of which the author sketches with reference to past events.  His knowledge of revolutionary history is impressively nuanced, his understanding never ham-handed.  The idea of "the graduate with no future" as an increasingly ubiquitous fixture of modern technological capitalist societies shows a significant grasp on the volatile reality of our times. 

I am eager for as many socially conscious and involved people as possible to read and prosper from this book.  It is worth reading and discussing. 

I heard about this book today and went to get it for my book reader but it seems it is only published in paperback. Surely every new book should be availible in an electronic version? I would be happy to pay the same price, I just want the convenience. As it is the moment will pass and the sale is lost.
David Goodwin - Lewes UK 

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