The Ungovernable Society

The Ungovernable SocietyDiscover the intriguing exploration of societal upheaval with this insightful book, published by John Wiley & Sons (UK) in 2021. Ideal for readers interested in political theory, sociology, and the dynamics of power, this brand new volume, ISBN 9781509542017, covers the historical context of rebellion and crisis from the late 1960s to the 1970s. The book investigates how strikes, protests, and a breakdown of traditional structures influenced modern

Discover the intriguing exploration of societal upheaval with this insightful book, published by John Wiley & Sons (UK) in 2021. Ideal for readers interested in political theory, sociology, and the dynamics of power, this brand new volume, ISBN 9781509542017, covers the historical context of rebellion and crisis from the late 1960s to the 1970s. The book investigates how strikes, protests, and a breakdown of traditional structures influenced modern governance and social relations, addressing the intertwined aspects of class, gender, and race. As it delves into the rise of authoritarian liberalism amidst the chaos, this essential reading provides critical insights into current socio-political landscapes shaped by neoliberal policies. Understanding the arts of government that emerged during this period is crucial for anyone looking to comprehend today’s societal challenges. Join this intellectual journey to uncover how the echoes of those transformative years continue to impact our lives. Order now and dive deep into the analysis of power's evolution, the endurance of elite strategies, and their relevance to our time. Enjoy free shipping on this item, with delivery expected within 6 weeks. Please note that once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509542017
Year: 2021
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 350


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Rebellion was in the air. Workers were on strike, students were demonstrating on campuses, discipline was breaking down. No relation of domination was left untouched “ the relation between the sexes, the racial order, the hierarchies of class, relationships in families, workplaces and colleges. The upheavals of the late 1960s and early 1970s quickly spread through all sectors of social and economic life, threatening to make society ungovernable. This crisis was also the birthplace of the authoritarian liberalism which continues to cast its shadow across the world in which we now live.


To ward off the threat, new arts of government were devised by elites in business-related circles, which included a war against the trade unions, the primacy of shareholder value and a dethroning of politics. The neoliberalism that thus began its triumphal march was not, however, determined by a simple ˜state phobia™ and a desire to free up the economy from government interference. On the contrary, the strategy for overcoming the crisis of governability consisted in an authoritarian liberalism in which the liberalization of society went hand-in-hand with new forms of power imposed from above: a ˜strong state™ for a ˜free economy™ became the new magic formula of our capitalist societies.


The new arts of government devised by ruling elites are still with us today and we can understand their nature and lasting influence only by re-examining the history of the conflicts that brought them into being.