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Age of Discontent : Populism, Extremism, and Conspiracy Theories in Contemporary Democracies by Rachel Navarre, Matthew Rhodes-Purdy and Stephen Utych (2024, Trade Paperback)
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Explore the complexities of modern American discontent with "The Age of Discontent" by Matthew Rhodes-Purdy. This compelling paperback edition published by Cambridge University Press offers a profound examination of a pivotal era in U.S. history. Engage with the insightful analysis and thought-provoking perspectives that shed light on the cultural and political landscapes of the present day. With a convenient size of 9 by 6 inches and a slim 0.69-inch profile, this book is a perfect companion for both your daily commute and cozy evenings at home. Crafted in the English language, it promises to be an accessible and enlightening read for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the evolution of American society.
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PublisherCambridge University Press
ISBN-101009279432
ISBN-139781009279437
eBay Product ID (ePID)6066175493
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Book TitleAge of Discontent : Populism, Extremism, and Conspiracy Theories in Contemporary Democracies
Number of Pages307 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2024
TopicGeneral, Economics / General
IllustratorYes
GenrePolitical Science, Business & Economics
AuthorRachel Navarre, Matthew Rhodes-Purdy, Stephen Utych
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.8 in
Item Length9 in
Item Width6 in
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Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal320.5662
Table Of Content1. Introduction; 2. Left behind vs. backlash: economic and cultural theories of democratic discontent; 3. Affective political economy: the economic origins of democratic discontent; 4. Affective political economy and political discontent: an experimental analysis; 5. Frozen parties, failing markets: discontent in the United States and United Kingdom; 6. Austerity, regionalism and dueling populisms in Spain; 7. Corruption, populism and contentious politics in Brazil and Chile; 8. The dogs that did not bark: how Canada, Portugal and Uruguay avoided discontent; 9. Populism in power: polarization, charismatic attachment and conspiracy theories in Trump's America; 10. Conclusions: is neoliberal democracy sustainable?
SynopsisEconomic crises since 2008 have led to the rise of populist, extremist, Far Right, and conspiracy-focused movements. Emotions borne of economic crises produce cultural discontent (i.e. enflames conflicts over values and identities), an approach the book calls 'Affective Political Economy'. The book studies these dynamics in Europe and the Americas., The years following the 2008 financial crisis produced a surge of political discontent with populism, conspiracism, and Far Right extremism rising across the world. Despite this timing, many of these movements coalesced around cultural issues rather than economic grievances. But if culture, and not economics, is the primary driver of political discontent, why did these developments emerge after a financial collapse, a pattern that repeats throughout the history of the democratic world? Using the framework of 'Affective Political Economy', The Age of Discontent demonstrates that emotions borne of economic crises produce cultural discontent, thus enflaming conflicts over values and identities. The book uses this framework to explain the rise of populism and the radical right in the US, UK, Spain, and Brazil, and the social uprising in Chile. It argues that states must fulfill their roles as providers of social insurance and channels for citizen voices if they wish to turn back the tide of political discontent.
LC Classification NumberHB3718.R46 2024
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