Join us for a two-session discussion of On Tyranny by Timothy Snyder, facilitated by Dr. Andrew Stuart Bergerson, a historian at UMKC. In this brief yet powerful book, Snyder outlines twenty lessons drawn from history to help citizens recognize and resist the modern threats to democracy. All are welcome—whether you’re reading it for the first time or revisiting it with fresh eyes.
Wednesdays, January 21 and February 18, 2026 from 6:30-8:00 pm
Bring a thermos of hot chocolate or a brown bag snack and join us for a lively book club discussion.
On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons Learned from the Twentieth Century by Tim Snyder. The Founding Fathers tried to protect America from the tyranny that overcame ancient democracy. How can Americans today learn from their experience?
Facilitated by Dr. Andrew Stuart Bergerson, a historian at UMKC.
Week One, 1/21/2026: Chapters 1-10, Pages 17-71
Week Two, 2/18/2026: Chapters 11-20, Pages 72-115
• Registration is required. Purchase your own book.
• A $5.00 donation is requested to off-site cost of room rental.
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