Milovan Djilas

Milovan Djilas was a prominent Yugoslav politician, writer, and intellectual, known for his critical views on communism. Born in 1911, he initially supported the communist movement but later became disillusioned with its authoritarian practices. Djilas gained fame for his book "The New Class," which critiques the ruling communist elite as a self-serving bureaucracy. His outspoken criticism led to his imprisonment and exile. Djilas's work has influenced discussions on totalitarianism and political theory, highlighting the dangers of power concentration and the need for democratic governance. He represents a significant voice in 20th-century political thought.