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Democracys Discontent: A New Edition For Our Perilous Times
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A Renowned Political Philosopher Updates His Classic Book On The American Political Tradition To Address The Perils Democracy Confronts Today.The 1990S Were A Heady Time. The Cold War Had Ended, And Americas Version Of Liberal Capitalism Seemed Triumphant. And Yet, Amid The Peace And Prosperity, Anxieties About The Project Of Selfgovernment Could Be Glimpsed Beneath The Surface.So Argued Michael Sandel, In His Influential And Widely Debated Book Democracys Discontent, Published In 1996. The Market Faith Was Eroding The Common Life. A Rising Sense Of Disempowerment Was Likely To Provoke Backlash, He Wrote, From Those Who Would Shore Up Borders, Harden The Distinction Between Insiders And Outsiders, And Promise A Politics To Take Back Our Culture And Take Back Our Country, To Restore Our Sovereignty With A Vengeance.Now, A Quarter Century Later, Sandel Updates His Classic Work For An Age When Democracys Discontent Has Hardened Into A Country Divided Against Itself. In This New Edition, He Extends His Account Of Americas Civic Struggles From The 1990S To The Present. He Shows How Democrats And Republicans Alike Embraced A Version Of Financedriven Globalization That Created A Society Of Winners And Losers And Fueled The Toxic Politics Of Our Time.In A Work Celebrated When First Published As A Remarkable Fusion Of Philosophical And Historical Scholarship (Alan Brinkley), Sandel Recalls Moments In The American Past When The Country Found Ways To Hold Economic Power To Democratic Account. To Reinvigorate Democracy, Sandel Argues In A Stirring New Epilogue, We Need To Reconfigure The Economy And Empower Citizens As Participants In A Shared Public Life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Democracy’s Discontent'? A: The book focuses on the challenges democracy faces today, updating Michael Sandel's original arguments to reflect current political divisions and the impact of finance-driven globalization on civic life.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Democracy’s Discontent' is Michael J. Sandel, a renowned political philosopher known for his work on democracy and ethics.
- Q: When was the new edition of 'Democracy’s Discontent' published? A: The new edition of 'Democracy’s Discontent' was published on October 28, 2022.
- Q: What is the page count for this book? A: The book contains 448 pages.
- Q: Is 'Democracy’s Discontent' available in hardcover or paperback? A: This edition of 'Democracy’s Discontent' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What themes does Sandel explore in this updated edition? A: Sandel explores themes of economic power, civic engagement, and the need to reconfigure the economy to empower citizens in a democratic society.
- Q: How does this edition differ from the original published in 1996? A: This edition updates the original arguments with a contemporary analysis of America's political landscape and addresses the increased polarization in society.
- Q: Can 'Democracy’s Discontent' be used in academic settings? A: Yes, the book is suitable for academic settings, particularly in political science and philosophy courses, due to its scholarly analysis of democracy.
- Q: What is the significance of the term 'democracy's discontent'? A: The term 'democracy's discontent' refers to the growing dissatisfaction among citizens regarding their role and power within the democratic system, a theme central to Sandel's work.
- Q: Are there any notable reviews or accolades for this book? A: Yes, the original edition was celebrated for its remarkable fusion of philosophical and historical scholarship, receiving positive reviews from various critics.