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In this witty and darkly insightful collection of essays, the author turns his attention to one of the most unsettling phenomena of our time: the resurgence of authoritarianism and the collective psychological collapse that enables it. With Donald Trump as the recurring archetype - part tragic hero, part absurdist villain - the book takes readers on a journey through the madness of modern politics, mass psychosis, and the dangerous allure of charismatic leadership.
Through a mix of satire, historical reflection, psychological analysis, and biting irony, Subterranean Reflections dissects how societies fall under the spell of demagogues, why critical thinking fails in times of fear, and what happens when citizens willingly trade democracy for spectacle. The author draws on classical philosophy, psychoanalytic theory, and modern media culture to expose how entitlement, revenge, cultism, and narcissism corrode institutions from within.
Yet, beneath the sarcasm and rage, lies a call to action: a plea for vigilance, civic responsibility, and emotional intelligence. The book urges readers to laugh at the absurd, recognize the signs of collapse, and reawaken their commitment to democratic values—before it’s too late.
Faculty
Distinguished Clinical Professor of Leadership Development and Organizational Change
