I wrote this book after re-reading Animal Farm on New Years Eve, 2008. I had always loved that book as a child and remember growing very fond of Benjamin and Boxer when I first read it.

It was only on a second reading when in high school that I appreciated the book for what it really was

Unlike John Reed’s parody of Animal Farm, I wrote this short novel not as satire but as a sequel or follow up to what happened in Orwell’s classic.

Despite the deceptive way they were often portrayed by the media, I was inspired by the Tea Party movement in the United States. Their ardent desire to return the levers of power back to the people seemed a noble endeavour. I also felt, given the chance, that Benjamin would be smart enough to lead his colleagues to that end as well.

Taking it back: A Path to Freedom is the story of what happens when free citizens come to believe that liberty can be taken for granted.

Dedicated to the “American Idea”. May the light of freedom always shine.

The book is available here.