The Upswing: How We Came Together a Century Ago and How We Can Do It Again by Ro

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE The Upswing by Robert D. Putnam, Shaylyn Romney Garrett Putnams book speaks for the many millions who dont think the wayzealots do - Guardian FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The Upswing is Robert D. Putnams brilliant analysis of economic, social, culturaland political trends from the Gilded Age to the present, showing howAmerica went from an individualistic I society to a more communitarian Wesociety and then back again, and how we can all learn from that experience.In the late nineteenth century, America was highly individualistic, starkly unequal,fiercely polarised and deeply fragmented, just as it is today. However,as the twentieth century dawned, America became - slowly, unevenly, butsteadily - more egalitarian, more cooperative, more generous; a society on theupswing, more focused on responsibilities to each other and less focused onnarrow self-interest. Over the course of the 1960s, however, these trends reversedonce again, leading to todays disarray.In a sweeping overview of more than a century of history, Putnam and RomneyGarrett draw on inspiring lessons for our time from an earlier era, when adedicated group of reformers righted the ship, creating once again a societybased on community. Engaging, revelatory and timely, this is Putnams mostambitious work yet, with a relevance right across the anglophone world. It isan unmissable contribution to the debate about where we want society to go. Author Biography Robert D. Putnam is the Malkin Research Professor of Public Policy at Harvard University and a former Dean of the John F. Kennedy School of Government. He has written fourteen books, including the bestselling Our Kids and Bowling Alone, and has consulted for the last four US Presidents. In 2012, President Obama awarded him the National Humanities Medal. His research program, the Saguaro Seminar, is dedicated to fostering civic engagement in America. Visit RobertDPutnam.com.Shaylyn Romney Garrett is a writer and award-winning social entrepreneur. She is a founding contributor to Weave: The Social Fabric Project, an Aspen Institute initiative. She also contributed to Robert D. Putnam and David E. Campbells American Grace. Shaylyn holds a degree in Government from Harvard University, and is a returned Peace Corps volunteer. Visit ShaylynRomneyGarrett.com. Review Putnams book speaks for the many millions who dont think the way zealots do - GuardianOriginal and important, and uplifting precisely when that is most needed - TLSA landmark book - New StatesmanAn ambitious book, impressively written, easy to read, meticulously researched and imbued throughout with the authors concern for the fate of their country - Irish Times Long Description Putnams book speaks for the many millions who dont think the way zealots do - Guardian The Upswing is Robert D. Putnams brilliant analysis of economic, social, cultural and political trends from the Gilded Age to the present, showing how America went from an individualistic I society to a more communitarian We society and then back again, and how we can all learn from that experience. In the late nineteenth century, America was highly individualistic, starkly unequal, fiercely polarised and deeply fragmented, just as it is today. However, as the twentieth century dawned, America became - slowly, unevenly, but steadily - more egalitarian, more cooperative, more generous; a society on the upswing, more focused on responsibilities to each other and less focused on narrow self-interest. Over the course of the 1960s, however, these trends reversed once again, leading to todays disarray. In a sweeping overview of more than a century of history, Putnam and Romney Garrett draw on inspiring lessons for our time from an earlier era, when a dedicated group of reformers righted the ship, creating once again a society based on community. Engaging, revelatory and timely, this is Putnams most ambitious work yet, with a relevance right across the anglophone world. It is an unmissable contribution to the debate about where we want society to go. Details ISBN1800750374 Author Shaylyn Romney Garrett Pages 448 Publisher Swift Press Year 2021 ISBN-10 1800750374 ISBN-13 9781800750371 Format Paperback Imprint Swift Press Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2021-09-23 Publication Date 2021-09-23 UK Release Date 2021-09-23 Subtitle How We Came Together a Century Ago and How We Can Do It Again Replaces 9781800750029 Alternative 9781800750036 DEWEY 302.540973 Audience General NZ Release Date 2021-11-15 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:133235995;

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