CITIZEN - NOT AN IDIOT - IWONA BARWICKA

Have you ever wondered what it truly means to be a citizen? How to navigate the multitude of political options and maintain your own, thoughtful stance? Iwona Barwicka takes us on a journey through the fascinating world of democracy, provoking reflection and encouraging active participation in social life. The book "Citizen - Not an Idiot" is a guide through the intricacies of politics, helping you understand how important your voice is.

• Current help in discerning political options
• Inspiration from the experiences of ancient democrats
• Stimulates the reader's political thinking
• Convinces that every human is a political animal
• Teaches critical thinking and avoiding manipulation
• Improving political thinking in the company of ancient friends

Based on the experiences of ancient Athenian democrats and the creators of Roman law, author Iwona Barwicka shows how essential the participation of every citizen is in the functioning of the state. This is an invaluable history lesson that teaches that our engagement has a real impact on shaping reality. It is not worth neglecting this aspect of life and underestimating your role in society. This publication is an invitation to deep reflection on the condition of contemporary democracy and the role of the individual in political processes.

This book is not just a collection of dry facts, but above all, an inspiring read that encourages reflection on one's own beliefs and attitudes. The author is convinced that thinking, researching, questioning, and asking questions are the key to avoiding manipulation and consciously participating in political life. It is worth giving yourself the chance to improve your political thinking and become an active and conscious citizen.

The book was published by JAK Publishing House in 2018. It has 256 pages and a paperback binding with dimensions of 147x231 mm. In this publication, you will find inspiration for political thinking, information analysis, and building your own convictions. It is an excellent read for anyone who wants to consciously participate in social and political life without being manipulated.

The author summarizes her work with the words: "In this book, I argue that in the company of kind ancient friends, improving one's political thinking is not difficult at all. It is worth giving this chance to yourself... and to all of us. We need citizens now more than ever. Idiots? We have always had plenty of them."