Summary:
The book delves into the importance of privacy as a fundamental human right and its critical role in a functioning democracy. It explores the challenges posed by surveillance and data collection, arguing for the need to protect privacy to ensure individual freedom and societal trust.
Key points:
1. Intellectual Privacy: Richards highlights the right to think and communicate privately without undue surveillance, essential for democracy.
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