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The meaning of democracy and identity is at stake. In an era of disinformation and tribalism, this book dissects the central fault lines of our time, arguing for a renewed narrative grounded in social reciprocity and the rule of law as a foundation for common ground.
From white supremacists to Islamists, and from Trumpists to climate activists, an intense struggle is unfolding over the social imaginary of the West. At stake is nothing less than the meaning of democracy, identity, and belonging in a rapidly changing world. This book explores the central fault lines of our time: the end of truth in an era of disinformation; the rage of identity politics; the nation-state as a contested battleground; emerging tribal sentiments and the daunting task of governing deep differences.
The author dissects these tensions with sociological precision, revealing how they unsettle established institutions while fueling an urgent search for new imagination. He argues for a renewed narrative grounded in social reciprocity and a passionate commitment to the rule of law. These principles can provide a foundation for democratic life amidst fragmentation. This is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand identity politics, polarization, and the fragile search for common ground in the twenty-first century.
Essays by clinicians, parents, and de-transitioners demonstrate how ‘transgender children’ are invented in medical, social, and political contexts. The authors reveal the harms of transgender ideology and show how adults can intervene to protect young people.
Written by doctors with extensive experience in hands-on medical care, this book examines the controversial issue of ‘assisted dying’. While not neutral—they are unconvinced the law needs change—the authors use an evidence-based approach to bring clarity to this complex subject.
Since 1990, globalisation has driven shifts in global power. As design follows social, political and economic change, this book casts a new light on recent architecture, exploring the tension between universal iconic buildings and the need for local identity.
As “aca-fans” of the television show Supernatural, the authors go behind the scenes with fans, writers, and actors. Their intimate examination explores fan psychology, passion, and shame, revealing the passionate relationship between a cult show and its fans.
How relevant is Foucault’s social thought today? This collection of essays offers novel interpretations of his key concepts—biopower, governmentality, and subjectivation—applying them to contemporary issues like neoliberalism, genetics, and surveillance.
This book presents economic and psychological analyses of football, investigating popular conceptions and misconceptions. Are teams more likely to concede a goal after scoring? Does the team going first in a penalty shoot-out have an advantage?
Vulnerable families face multiple challenges, but our service system is siloed, often with devastating effects. This book captures the challenges and hope for the future, presenting promising programs and research from over 40 Australian experts.
A collection of exciting essays on “black” British aesthetics. Featuring contributions by avant-garde artists and renowned critics, this book explores today’s hottest artistic works and contextualizes them within global aesthetic traditions.
Written by experts with lived experience in Africa, this book explores gender empowerment and its impact on economic development. It argues that without women’s full input, sustainable development is unachievable, and illustrates how female capacity building leads to growth.
This anthology provides global insights into violent extremism, questioning how and why it arises and what can be done about it. It contributes models, analyses, and practical tools for first-liners working to prevent extremism and rehabilitate those returning to society.
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