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Love Your Enemies: How Decent People Can Save America from the Culture of Contempt

Arthur C. Brooks
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Love Your Enemies: How Decent People Can Save America from the Culture of Contempt

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019

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Arthur C. Brooks

Love Your Enemies: How Decent People Can Save America from the Culture of Contempt

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Arthur C. Brooks' Love Your Enemies explores overcoming political and cultural divides in America by emphasizing respect and compassion. Brooks promotes strategies for loving and understanding those with differing viewpoints, aiming to reduce polarization and foster unity.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

4,020 ratings

85%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Arthur C. Brooks' Love Your Enemies has been generally well-received, praised for its timely message and practical advice on bridging ideological divides. Critics appreciate Brooks' balanced approach and actionable steps towards fostering compassion and understanding. However, some find the solutions overly simplistic. Overall, it is a thought-provoking and accessible read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Love Your Enemies: How Decent People Can Save America from the Culture of Contempt?

Readers who appreciate Love Your Enemies by Arthur C. Brooks are likely individuals interested in bridging political and social divides, fostering civil discourse, and promoting empathy. Comparable to fans of Jonathan Haidt's The Righteous Mind and Brené Brown's Dare to Lead, they value thoughtful analysis on societal cohesion and personal growth.

4.4

4,020 ratings

85%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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