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Fear City: New York's Fiscal Crisis and the Rise of Austerity Politics,Used
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PULITZER PRIZE FINALISTAn epic, riveting history of New York City on the edge of disasterand an anatomy of the austerity politics that continue to shape the world todayWhen the news broke in 1975 that New York City was on the brink of fiscal collapse, few believed it was possible. How could the countrys largest metropolis fail? How could the capital of the financial world go bankrupt? Yet the city was indeed billions of dollars in the red, with no way to pay back its debts. Bankers and politicians alike seized upon the situation as evidence that social liberalism, which New York famously exemplified, was unworkable. The city had to slash services, freeze wages, and fire thousands of workers, they insisted, or financial apocalypse would ensue.In this vivid account, historian Kim PhillipsFein tells the remarkable story of the crisis that engulfed the city. With unions and ordinary citizens refusing to accept retrenchment, the budget crunch became a struggle over the soul of New York, pitting fundamentally opposing visions of the city against each other. Drawing on neverbeforeused archival sources and interviews with key players in the crisis, Fear City shows how the brush with bankruptcy permanently transformed New Yorkand reshaped ideas about government across America.At once a sweeping history of some of the most tumultuous times in New York's past, a gripping narrative of lastminute machinations and backroom deals, and an origin story of the politics of austerity, Fear City is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the resurgent fiscal conservatism of today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Fear City'? A: 'Fear City' explores New York City's fiscal crisis in the 1970s and the subsequent rise of austerity politics, detailing how the city nearly went bankrupt and the implications that had on social policies.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Fear City'? A: The author of 'Fear City' is Kim Phillips-Fein, a historian who provides an in-depth analysis of New York City's financial struggles and their broader impact.
- Q: When was 'Fear City' published? A: 'Fear City' was published on April 18, 2017.
- Q: What is the length of the book? A: 'Fear City' has a total of 416 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Fear City' have? A: 'Fear City' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in 'Fear City'? A: Key themes include fiscal crisis management, austerity politics, the role of unions, and the transformation of government policies in response to financial distress.
- Q: Is 'Fear City' suitable for readers interested in public finance? A: Yes, 'Fear City' is categorized under Public Finance and provides valuable insights into fiscal policies and their societal impacts.
- Q: Does 'Fear City' include personal accounts or interviews? A: Yes, the book draws on never-before-used archival sources and interviews with key players involved in the crisis.
- Q: What awards has 'Fear City' been nominated for? A: 'Fear City' is a Pulitzer Prize finalist, highlighting its critical acclaim and significance in historical literature.
- Q: What makes 'Fear City' a compelling read? A: 'Fear City' combines a gripping narrative of historical events with in-depth analysis, making it essential reading for those interested in understanding the evolution of fiscal conservatism and its effects on society.