Things That Can And Cannot Be Said

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Discover the compelling insights in *Things That Can And Cannot Be Said*, a thought-provoking book co-authored by the renowned activist and author Arundhati Roy and acclaimed actor John Cusack. Published in 2016 and presented in a convenient A-format paperback, this enlightening read delves deeply into crucial discussions surrounding the nature of statehood, imperialism, and the impacts of surveillance in our modern, war-torn world. Explore how capital transcends borders while people remain constrained by oppressive systems.

This captivating literary work chronicles the extraordinary gathering of four pivotal figures in global activism: Arundhati Roy, Edward Snowden, Daniel Ellsberg, and John Cusack. Together, they grapple with profound questions about patriotism, the essence of love for one’s country, and the ever-pressing need for government transparency and accountability. Their dialogues shed light on historical conflicts, misinformation campaigns, and urgent issues like the Vietnam War and the ongoing surveillance state.

*Things That Can And Cannot Be Said* is more than a book; it’s a call to action, a rallying cry for those who value freedom and dissent. With 128 pages filled with rich narratives and candid exchanges, this Penguin Special is essential reading for anyone passionate about social justice, civil rights, and the struggles against imperialistic forces.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241980088
Format: A-format paperback
Year: 2016
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 128


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In these provocative and penetrating discussions, Roy and Cusack discuss the nature of the state, empire and surveillance in an era of perpetual war; the meaning of flags and patriotism; the role of foundations and NGOs in limiting dissent; and the ways in which capital but not people can freely cross borders.

An account of the extraordinary meeting between four brilliant political activists- Booker Prize winner Arundhati Roy, NSA whistle-blower Edward Snowden, Pentagon Papers insider Daniel Ellsberg and acclaimed actor John Cusack
'What sort of love is this love that we have for countries? What sort of country is it that will ever live up to our dreams? What sort of dreams were these that have been broken?'


In 2014, four people met in secret in a hotel room in Moscow. Each was a leading global advocate for government transparency and accountability- they had come together to talk. Over the course of two days, Arundhati Roy, Edward Snowden, John Cusack and Daniel Ellsburg shared ideas and beliefs - about the Vietnam War and the Pentagon Papers, the NSA and the ongoing crises in the Middle East, the American government and the nature of activism.
Co-authored by Roy and Cusack, and interleaving verbatim conversations with narrated recollections, this Penguin Special captures an historic moment. Interrogating the geopolitical forces that shape our world, it is both political and personal, activist and humanist - irreverent, funny and absolutely urgent. In Things That Can and Cannot Be Said, Arundhati Roy and John Cusack issue a powerful rallying cry, a call to resistance against Am

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