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The New Egalitarianism
Anthony Giddens
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Description for The New Egalitarianism
Paperback. * Giddens' latest policy manifesto, which takes further some of the arguments of 'The Third Way'. * Publication to be timed before the next general election. * Comprises a collection of essays from globally renowned thinkers, as well as Anthony Giddens and senior New Labour figures. Editor(s): Giddens, Anthony; Diamond, Patrick. Num Pages: 266 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFS; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 361.
This book tackles one of the most pressing issues currently facing centre-left governments: social inequality. At a time when the traditional mechanisms of social cohesion have been undermined by greater individualism, the globalization of production, and the fragmentation of social life, the challenges posed by inequality are more pronounced than ever before. As communities and cultures become more complex, social solidarity and social justice can increasingly seem like impossible ideals.
This book tackles one of the most pressing issues currently facing centre-left governments: social inequality. At a time when the traditional mechanisms of social cohesion have been undermined by greater individualism, the globalization of production, and the fragmentation of social life, the challenges posed by inequality are more pronounced than ever before. As communities and cultures become more complex, social solidarity and social justice can increasingly seem like impossible ideals.
Bringing together original contributions from globally renowned thinkers such as Gosta Esping-Andersen, Saskia Sassen, Ulrich Beck and Anthony Giddens, as well as senior New Labour ... Read more
The book shows that there is a viable future for a left-of-centre politics anchored in egalitarian values, but that it requires a break with some core assumptions of the past. The New Egalitarianism will be essential reading for anyone concerned about social inequality, and the future of democratic politics.
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Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
266
Condition
New
Number of Pages
224
Place of Publication
Oxford, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780745634319
SKU
V9780745634319
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About Anthony Giddens
Anthony Giddens is the former Director of the London School of Economics and Political Science. Patrick Diamond is a Special Adviser in the Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street.
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