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Join acclaimed writer, broadcaster and political commentator Paul Mason as he discusses his bold new book, REDS: A Global History of Communism, in conversation with journalist and historian Richard Hopton.
Reaching from antiquity to the upheavals of the 20th century and the challenges facing our world today, REDS explores the ideas, movements and regimes that have shaped communism’s global history.
Drawing upon first-hand testimony from both perpetrators and victims, Mason examines how the idealism of millions of working-class activists gave way to repression, mass violence and social control. He also asks why communism remains urgently relevant in the 21st century, as China and Russia challenge the democratic world order, climate change demands radical economic answers and new ideologies compete to shape our digital future.
Provocative, wide-ranging and timely, this promises to be a fascinating conversation about power, equality, democracy and the enduring human desire to create a fairer society.
Paul Mason is a writer, broadcaster and political strategist. Formerly Economics Editor at BBC Newsnight and Channel 4 News, he is Consulting Editor at The New World and edits the newsletter Conflict & Democracy. He is the author of seven books, including Postcapitalism, How to Stop Fascism and Rare Earth: A Novel.
Wednesday 7 October 2026
Bar open: 5pm
Conversation: 6–7pm
Audience Q&A and book signing to follow
Event finishes: Approximately 7.30pm
The bar will open at 5pm, giving you time to enjoy a drink before the talk begins at 6pm. It will remain open until 8pm, so you can continue the conversation afterwards.
Why not make an evening of it? Join us for dinner in The Restaurant following the event, where our chefs will be serving a beautifully considered seasonal menu inspired by the fields, gardens, hedgerows and coast around us.
Restaurant tables are limited, so advance booking is warmly recommended.
Tickets: £12
Please read our Booking Terms before completing your purchase. Tickets are refundable up to 48 hours before the event start time. We are unable to offer refunds within 48 hours of the event or for non-attendance.
Join acclaimed writer, broadcaster and political commentator Paul Mason as he discusses his bold new book, REDS: A Global History of Communism, in conversation with journalist and historian Richard Hopton.
Reaching from antiquity to the upheavals of the 20th century and the challenges facing our world today, REDS explores the ideas, movements and regimes that have shaped communism’s global history.
Drawing upon first-hand testimony from both perpetrators and victims, Mason examines how the idealism of millions of working-class activists gave way to repression, mass violence and social control. He also asks why communism remains urgently relevant in the 21st century, as China and Russia challenge the democratic world order, climate change demands radical economic answers and new ideologies compete to shape our digital future.
Provocative, wide-ranging and timely, this promises to be a fascinating conversation about power, equality, democracy and the enduring human desire to create a fairer society.
Paul Mason is a writer, broadcaster and political strategist. Formerly Economics Editor at BBC Newsnight and Channel 4 News, he is Consulting Editor at The New World and edits the newsletter Conflict & Democracy. He is the author of seven books, including Postcapitalism, How to Stop Fascism and Rare Earth: A Novel.
Wednesday 7 October 2026
Bar open: 5pm
Conversation: 6–7pm
Audience Q&A and book signing to follow
Event finishes: Approximately 7.30pm
The bar will open at 5pm, giving you time to enjoy a drink before the talk begins at 6pm. It will remain open until 8pm, so you can continue the conversation afterwards.
Why not make an evening of it? Join us for dinner in The Restaurant following the event, where our chefs will be serving a beautifully considered seasonal menu inspired by the fields, gardens, hedgerows and coast around us.
Restaurant tables are limited, so advance booking is warmly recommended.
Tickets: £12
Please read our Booking Terms before completing your purchase. Tickets are refundable up to 48 hours before the event start time. We are unable to offer refunds within 48 hours of the event or for non-attendance.