The Reactionary Mind

In The Reactionary Mind, Robin explores the roots of conservatism, tracing it back to opposition against the French Revolution and focusing on its enduring resistance to expanding freedom and equality. The book discusses the diverse ways conservatives approach issues like the free market and the state, highlighting their underlying aim to protect power and privilege. Robin also examines how conservatives favor a dynamic, often violent, approach to politics and society, emphasizing their adaptability and capacity for reinvention as keys to their enduring success.