On Democracy

White expresses himself with such simple yet unique language that he is a joy to read. He sees the world in his very own observant way, then passes that on to us exactly as you would expect from the co-author of 'The Elements of Style.'

E.B.White was an extraordinary thinker and writer whose numerous columns graced the New Yorker and other print outlets for fifty years. This collection gives great insight into the core values held by White and their applicability from the Great Depression to the Cold War. I hope to get my daughters to read this collection because his framework and world view in considering the issues of the day are terribly important to consideration of the division and dangers facing our nation today.

Great book which will remind you that democracy has been attacked before and gotten back on its feet thanks to patriots like this writer. Of course, his writing is still a joy to read, but you forget that everything in the good old days wasn't so good all the time. White was spot on about how closing down newspapers and investigating writers, journalists and creative thinkers is always a bad idea which bullies seem to like. Put it on your must-read list.

Difficult to make purchase, too complex.

I have long been an admirer of E.B.White's crystal clear, fresh insights and reflections. My admiration was brought to a new level by these perspective on the power of democracy and the imperative of working very hard to retain it.

Spoiler alert: American democracy is far more resilient than many of us think. E.B White’s remarkable essays, originally published from 1928 to 1976, show how democracy has survived previous assaults by enemies foreign and domestic. While you could read this book in an afternoon, rationing yourself to a few essays a day will inspire and sustain you. At a time when political discourse has become a brutal contact sport, “On Democracy” will restore your faith in democracy, and in the art of compact and compelling writing.

This boo, which is a compilation of E B White's trenchant and unvarnished opinions bout democracy, should be read by anyone who thinks that much maligned concept is old fashioned or irrelevant. They would find much to refresh their spirit and their thinking,. This is a book that every one should read -- with an open mind and some appreciation for the freedoms that we currently enjoy. Stuff this book in everyone's stocking this year!

This is a much needed, informative work. Don't despair, get informed and act.