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21 Masks of the Strongman: "A Guide for Every Citizen to Understanding Power, Propaganda, and Obedience"
Paperback
PhilosophyCriminologyGeneral Political Science
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jan 20 2026
Pages: 172
Weight: 0.52
Height: 0.37 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
21 Masks of the Strongman: A Guide for Every Citizen to Understanding Power, Propaganda, and Obedience is a timely and universal exploration of how authoritarian power disguises itself across history and cultures.
From the mask of the humble servant to the illusion of the protector, from promises of a golden age to the silencing grip of fear, this book unveils the 21 recurring masks dictators and strongmen use to gain obedience, manipulate truth, and sustain control.
Structured in six thematic families - Sacred & Divine, People & Nation, Time & Destiny, Power & Authority, Enemy & Fear, and Image & Control - each chapter combines history, psychology, and relatable illustrations to show how these illusions work, why people believe them, and how clarity can break their spell.
Written in clear, engaging language for students, teachers, citizens, seekers, and everyday readers, the book is not about attacking individuals but about recognizing timeless patterns of domination. Its ultimate goal is empowerment: to help readers see through illusions, reclaim their voice, and live with courage and clarity.
This is not only a guide to politics - it is also a mirror for society and for ourselves. For wherever power meets obedience, masks may appear. And wherever masks appear, awareness is the key to freedom.
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