Read Dangerously: The Subversive Power of Literature in Troubled Times

Explore the vital role of literature during turbulent times, emphasizing its power to resist oppression and foster understanding. It presents a resistance reading list featuring influential authors like James Baldwin and Margaret Atwood. The text examines the connection between political struggles and literary engagement, arguing that literature can serve as a means to confront adversaries and navigate conflict. Structured as letters to the author's father, it reflects on personal experiences and insights gained from living in both Iran and the United States. Ultimately, it advocates for literature as a transformative tool in a healthy democracy.