On Democracies and Death Cults
Israel, Hamas and the Future of the West
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Douglas Murray
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Douglas Murray
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From the Sunday Times No. 1 Bestselling Author
Douglas Murray, international bestselling author and renowned cultural commentator confronts what he views as the most pressing issue of our time: why Western support of the Palestinian cause is ultimately playing into the hands of a much more dangerous force.
Drawing from intensive on-the-ground reporting in Israel, Gaza and Lebanon, Murray presents a compelling case that places the latest violence in its historical context. He takes readers on a harrowing journey through the aftermath of the 7 October 2023 massacre, piecing together exclusive accounts from victims, survivors and even the terrorists responsible for the atrocities.
On Democracies and Death Cults argues that Israel’s commitment to fundamental Western values – capitalism, individual rights, democracy and reason – has made it a beacon of progress in a region dominated by authoritarianism and extremism. Murray contrasts Israel’s principles with the ideology of Hamas, which openly proclaims its love of death over life. If left unchecked, Murray argues, this misplaced Western sympathy could embolden forces that seek to undermine democratic values and perpetuate a culture of violence.
Clear-eyed and deeply reasoned, On Democracies and Death Cults is a gripping and essential read for all who seek to understand the complexities of the Israeli–Palestinian conflict and its implications for the future of democracy – and for the world itself.
©2025 Douglas Murray (P)2025 HarperCollins PublishersWhat listeners say about On Democracies and Death Cults
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- Anne
- 26-05-2025
Everyone should read this!!!
Brilliant! So well researched. Heartbreaking but most informative - so much history to enable us to understand how we have come to where we are now. How do you change those who love death more than life? Those who hate Jews more than they love their own children?
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- Kindle Customer
- 21-04-2025
informative. Thought provoking.
Factual account of 7 October 2023. Some hard hitting truths as presented by someone who saw first hand the devastation and spoke to people on both sides.
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- Anonymous User
- 01-05-2025
A clear view of current affairs
A detailed and beautifully written personal view of the Israeli Gaza war and its impact on world affairs and the future of humanity.
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- Anonymous User
- 10-05-2025
Truely insightful analysis and stories
Douglas really went there and saw it on the ground. Not many other talking heads can even claim to have set foot in Israel or Gaza. He provides insights into facts of the conflict, and addresses all the major arguments of Pro Hamas activists with tremendous clarity. Highly recommend. To top it off he voices himself and who doesn’t enjoy hearing Douglas speak.
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- Adva156
- 24-05-2025
Brutal. Unflinching. Necessary—for anyone seeking the truth and nothing but the truth.
This is not just a book—it’s a reckoning.
Douglas Murray brings a level of moral clarity, emotional intelligence, and factual grounding that’s desperately needed. He tells the truth without flinching, without smoothing the edges, and without turning away. His concern is deeply human: what it means to choose life over death, civilization over cruelty.
This isn’t just a book about Israel or Hamas. It’s a book about how democracies respond to evil. It’s a mirror held up to the world—and what we choose to see, or not see, in it.
It will break your heart. It may make you angry. But it will leave you more awake.
I wish I could place it in everyone’s hands. Especially those who think they already “know both sides.” Read this first.
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- Frederick H Worboys
- 09-06-2025
A harrowing listen, but room for hope
A graphic detailed description of the situation in which Israel faces; and as shown by examples, all western democracies face. Douglas’s investigation and analysis is very thorough and he ends with a positive conclusion for all life loving people.
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- Anonymous User
- 17-04-2025
Truth Will Out
Despite the horror of the truth of this book, it is the most gentle journey through it.
Douglas Murray has lead an incredibly interesting life, and what he shares of this life can be sobering. His insights & observations of people comes through.
This book is a must read for those who, don't believe, ignorance is not fashionable, nor does it make you appear intelligent, wake up.
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- Kim
- 16-04-2025
A sane view of an INSANE war
This should be compulsory reading across the world.
Thank you Douglas for chronicaling the utterly devestating inhumanity shown to Israel/Jewery right now.
It is a damn travesty!
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- Henry R.
- 19-04-2025
His clear attitude what is right and what is wrong
Nothings to dislike he tell the feeling of a moral Hume being all
Well done DM
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- Michael Davis
- 21-04-2025
Best factual account of the conflict
Murray has been on the front line since October 7 and before and shares remarkable and reality based insights not seen in mainstream media.
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