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The Narrow Corridor: States, Societies, and the Fate of Liberty
Author: Daron Acemoglu & James A. Robinson
Publisher: Penguin Press (2019)
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About the Book
The Narrow Corridor
States, Societies, and the Fate of Liberty
How can a society protect individual freedom while maintaining a strong and effective state?
In The Narrow Corridor, economists Daron Acemoglu and James A. Robinson explore the delicate balance between state power and social power.
The authors argue that liberty flourishes when the state is strong enough to enforce laws and provide public services, while society remains organized and powerful enough to hold the state accountable.
They call this balance the narrow corridor—a challenging political condition in which neither the state nor society dominates completely.
What You Will Learn
The relationship between state power and social power.
Why liberty requires institutional balance.
How strong states can protect freedom.
Why unchecked state power threatens liberty.
The role of social movements and civic participation.
How political institutions shape development.
Why freedom requires continuous public engagement.
Why Should You Read This Book?
The book provides a framework for understanding the relationship between democracy, state capacity, and individual liberty. It is especially relevant to discussions about governance, constitutional institutions, and political accountability.
Who Should Read This Book?
Political science and economics students.
UPSC and WBCS aspirants.
Public administration researchers.
Students of democracy and constitutional government.
Readers interested in political institutions and freedom.
About the Authors
Daron Acemoglu is an economist and professor at MIT whose research focuses on institutions, economic development, and political economy.
James A. Robinson is an economist and political scientist known for his research on political institutions, state formation, and economic development.
Book Details
Title: The Narrow Corridor: States, Societies, and the Fate of Liberty
Authors: Daron Acemoglu & James A. Robinson
Publisher: Penguin Press
Publication Year: 2019
Language: English
Category: Political Economy, Democracy & Governance
Liberty survives when the state is strong and society is stronger still.
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