Ben Ansell
Why Politics Fails: The Five Traps of the Modern World & How to Escape Them
Why Politics Fails: The Five Traps of the Modern World & How to Escape Them
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Politics is failing us because it falls into five political traps, such as wanting a say in governance but not having the will of the people, wanting to be richer but making us poorer in the long run, and protecting ourselves from harm but causing more harm in the process. This book shows how politics can work for everyone by overcoming these traps and delivering on collective goals.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 26 October 2023
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Politics is failing us, and here's why:
Voters generally agree on five goals: having a say in governance, being treated equally, a safety net during tough times, protection from harm, and becoming wealthier in the future. However, politics often falls short of delivering on these goals due to various political traps. For instance, achieving true will of the people is impossible, and pursuing short-term wealth can lead to long-term impoverishment.
In his book "Why Politics Fails," award-winning Oxford professor Ben Ansell explores how societies can overcome these traps and achieve collective goals. Drawing from examples ranging from Ancient Greece to Brexit, Ansell illustrates how self-interest can be overcome and how politics can work for the benefit of everyone. This book provides a valuable insight into the challenges faced by different societies and offers solutions for a more prosperous and equitable future.
The Financial Times praised "Why Politics Fails" as a "meticulous study of how different societies find it so difficult to achieve widely shared goals." The book has been described as "insightful and gripping" by Daniel Ziblatt, co-author of "How Democracies Die," and as "salutary reading for the world we live in now" by James A. Robinson, co-author of "Why Nations Fail."
In conclusion, politics is failing us, but this book offers a path forward. By understanding the political traps that hinder our progress and learning how to overcome them, we can create a more inclusive and prosperous world for all.
Weight: 245g
Dimension: 198 x 129 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780241992753
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