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Discover the thought-provoking insights in 'Life Without Lawyers' by Philip K. Howard, an essential read for anyone looking to navigate the complexities of modern life without the overbearing influence of legal restrictions. This compelling 240-page book sheds light on how excessive rules and litigation stifle our personal freedoms and everyday choices. In our current society, where teachers struggle to maintain classroom order and managers are trained to sidestep honest communication, Howard's analysis resonates deeply with readers. 'Life Without Lawyers' not only critiques the inundation of pointless regulations, such as warning labels that seem absurd, but it also explores the historical and cultural forces that have contributed to this alarming trend. The author's engaging style combines dark humor with urgent calls to action, encouraging us to reclaim our common sense and individual responsibility. With a clear vision for reform, Howard advocates for a society where the law supports our freedoms rather than constraining them. Perfect for educators, business leaders, and everyday citizens, this book is a rallying cry to rediscover the American spirit of independence. Make sense of life's choices and reclaim your freedom with 'Life Without Lawyers.' Please note: Shipping for this item is free. Allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780393338034. Year: 2010. Publisher: W W Norton & Company.
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: 9780393338034
Year: 2010
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 240
Description:
Americans are losing the freedom to make sense of daily choices?teachers can't maintain order in the classroom, managers are trained to avoid candor, schools ban the game of tag, and companies plaster inane warnings on everything: "Remove Baby Before Folding Stroller." Philip K. Howard's urgent and elegant argument is full of examples, often darkly humorous. He describes the historical and cultural forces that led to this mess, and he lays out the basic shift in approach needed to fix it. Today we are flooded with rules and legal threats that prevent us from taking responsibility and using our common sense. We must rebuild boundaries of law that affirmatively protect an open field of freedom. The stories here will ring true to every reader. The analysis is powerful, and the solution unavoidable. What's at stake, Howard explains in this seminal book, is the vitality of American culture.
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: 9780393338034
Year: 2010
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 240
Description:
Americans are losing the freedom to make sense of daily choices?teachers can't maintain order in the classroom, managers are trained to avoid candor, schools ban the game of tag, and companies plaster inane warnings on everything: "Remove Baby Before Folding Stroller." Philip K. Howard's urgent and elegant argument is full of examples, often darkly humorous. He describes the historical and cultural forces that led to this mess, and he lays out the basic shift in approach needed to fix it. Today we are flooded with rules and legal threats that prevent us from taking responsibility and using our common sense. We must rebuild boundaries of law that affirmatively protect an open field of freedom. The stories here will ring true to every reader. The analysis is powerful, and the solution unavoidable. What's at stake, Howard explains in this seminal book, is the vitality of American culture.