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Discover the riveting insights of *What's in it for me?*, a thought-provoking exploration by Thomas Prosser. This brand new book, published in 2021 and backed by Manchester University Press, dives into the complexities of our political beliefs, addressing the crucial question: why do we hold the political views we do? Through a keen analysis of five prominent worldviews—conservatism, national populism, liberalism, the new left, and social democracy—Prosser argues that these perspectives often emerge from a self-interested basis, challenging our notions of altruism.
In a time characterized by rising populism and the declining influence of liberalism and social democracy, this book serves as a necessary intervention. It sharpens our understanding by linking self-interest with self-reflection, helping us identify common ground even amid stark political divides. *What's in it for me?* empowers readers to navigate the complexities of political discourse and human relationships more effectively.
With free shipping on this item, we ensure that your journey into understanding modern politics is both convenient and accessible. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Please note that once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Get your copy today and explore the rich layers of political thought in this transformative work!
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: 9781526152312
Year: 2021
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Description:
This punchy and provocative book asks a simple but overlooked question: why do we have the political views that we do? Offering a lively and original analysis of five worldviews— conservatism, national populism, liberalism, the new left and social democracy -—Thomas Prosser argues that our views tend to satisfy self-interest, albeit indirectly, and that progressive worldviews are not as altruistic as their adherents believe.
But what's in it for me? is far from pessimistic. Prosser contends that recognition of self-interest makes us more self-reflective, allowing us to see humanity in adversaries and countering the influence of echo chambers. As populist parties rise and liberalism and social democracy decline, this timely intervention argues that to solve our political differences, we must first realise what we have in common
In a time characterized by rising populism and the declining influence of liberalism and social democracy, this book serves as a necessary intervention. It sharpens our understanding by linking self-interest with self-reflection, helping us identify common ground even amid stark political divides. *What's in it for me?* empowers readers to navigate the complexities of political discourse and human relationships more effectively.
With free shipping on this item, we ensure that your journey into understanding modern politics is both convenient and accessible. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Please note that once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Get your copy today and explore the rich layers of political thought in this transformative work!
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: 9781526152312
Year: 2021
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Description:
This punchy and provocative book asks a simple but overlooked question: why do we have the political views that we do? Offering a lively and original analysis of five worldviews— conservatism, national populism, liberalism, the new left and social democracy -—Thomas Prosser argues that our views tend to satisfy self-interest, albeit indirectly, and that progressive worldviews are not as altruistic as their adherents believe.
But what's in it for me? is far from pessimistic. Prosser contends that recognition of self-interest makes us more self-reflective, allowing us to see humanity in adversaries and countering the influence of echo chambers. As populist parties rise and liberalism and social democracy decline, this timely intervention argues that to solve our political differences, we must first realise what we have in common