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Explore a profound analysis of our contemporary world in 'Crisis', authored by renowned sociologist Sylvia Walby. This pivotal book unpacks the intertwined crises of finance, economy, politics, and society, highlighting the pervasive impact of economic instability on class and gender disparities. Dive deep into the dynamics of the ongoing fiscal turmoil, which has led to soaring unemployment rates and social anxiety. With comprehensive insights, Walby deftly critiques the prevailing narratives surrounding austerity and welfare cuts, revealing how these policies contribute to deepening inequalities. She presents a compelling case for rethinking crisis theory through the lens of complexity science, guiding readers to understand the broader implications of risk and disaster in our lives. This essential read for students, academics, and anyone engaged in the fight against inequality will reshape your understanding of our societal challenges. It's a pivotal step towards grasping how democratic institutions can evolve from crises, especially within the context of the European Union. Don't miss the opportunity to delve into 'Crisis', a foundational text that redefines our approach to economic and political challenges. This BRAND NEW copy is published by John Wiley & Sons (UK) and spans 224 pages of insightful discussion. Order now and unlock a wealth of knowledge. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780745647616
Year: 2015
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 224
Description:
We are living in a time of crisis which has cascaded through society. Financial crisis has led to an economic crisis of recession and unemployment; an ensuing fiscal crisis over government deficits and austerity has led to a political crisis which threatens to become a democratic crisis. Borne unevenly, the effects of the crisis are exacerbating class and gender inequalities.Rival interpretations “ a focus on Âausterity™ and reduction in welfare spending versus a focus on Âfinancial crisis™ and democratic regulation of finance “ are used to justify radically diverse policies for the distribution of resources and strategies for economic growth, and contested gender relations lie at the heart of these debates. The future consequences of the crisis depend upon whether there is a deepening of democratic institutions, including in the European Union.Sylvia Walby offers an alternative framework within which to theorize crisis, drawing on complexity science and situating this within the wider field of study of risk, disaster and catastrophe. In doing so, she offers a critique and revision of the social science needed to understand the crisis.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780745647616
Year: 2015
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 224
Description:
We are living in a time of crisis which has cascaded through society. Financial crisis has led to an economic crisis of recession and unemployment; an ensuing fiscal crisis over government deficits and austerity has led to a political crisis which threatens to become a democratic crisis. Borne unevenly, the effects of the crisis are exacerbating class and gender inequalities.Rival interpretations “ a focus on Âausterity™ and reduction in welfare spending versus a focus on Âfinancial crisis™ and democratic regulation of finance “ are used to justify radically diverse policies for the distribution of resources and strategies for economic growth, and contested gender relations lie at the heart of these debates. The future consequences of the crisis depend upon whether there is a deepening of democratic institutions, including in the European Union.Sylvia Walby offers an alternative framework within which to theorize crisis, drawing on complexity science and situating this within the wider field of study of risk, disaster and catastrophe. In doing so, she offers a critique and revision of the social science needed to understand the crisis.