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“The implausible, well-nigh-miraculous functioning anarchy that we know as New York is adorned with every excellence of Western art. It is a city of manifold suggestions, which ministers to every ambition, engenders a thousand talents, nurtures ingenuity and experimentation.”

Quote by Ibn Warraq

Book:Why the West is Best: A Muslim Apostate's Defense of Liberal Democracy

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Why the West is Best: A Muslim Apostate's Defense of Liberal Democracy

This book delves into the author's defense of liberal democracy, offering a unique perspective from someone who has left Islam. It examines the principles and practices of liberal democracy and their relevance in the context of Western societies. more

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Ibn Warraq is an author born in 1946. His works mainly discuss Islam, religious freedom, and Western philosophy. His real identity remains a mystery, but his works have had a wide impact in the academic and public spheres. more

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