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From unemployment to Brexit to climate change, capitalism is in
trouble and ill-prepared to cope with the challenges of the coming
decades. How did we get here? While contemporary economists and
policymakers tend to ignore the political and social dimensions of
capitalism, some of the great economists of the past - Adam Smith,
Friedrich List, John Maynard Keynes, Joseph Schumpeter, Karl
Polanyi and Albert Hirschman - did not make the same mistake.
Leveraging their insights, sociologists John L. Campbell and John
A. Hall trace the historical development of capitalism as a social,
political, and economic system throughout the twentieth and early
twenty-first centuries. They draw comparisons across eras and
around the globe to show that there is no inevitable logic of
capitalism. Rather, capitalism's performance depends on the
strength of nation-states, the social cohesion of capitalist
societies, and the stability of the international system - three
things that are in short supply today.
Without nation-states Covid-19, climate change, international
cyberattacks, and other threats would go unchecked. In The World of
States, John L. Campbell and John A. Hall challenge the view that
nation-states have lost their relevance in the context of
globalization and rising nationalism. The book traces how states
evolved historically, how contemporary states differ from one
another, and the interactions between them. States today confront a
host of challenges, but two features make some states more
effective than others: institutional arrangement and national
identity. The second edition has been updated to discuss why the
BRICS countries (with the exception of China) are no longer the
rising powers they were once thought to be; the effects of Brexit
on the European Union; the legacy of the Trump administration for
US politics and hegemony; and how the coronavirus may upset the
world of states going forward.
Without nation-states Covid-19, climate change, international
cyberattacks, and other threats would go unchecked. In The World of
States, John L. Campbell and John A. Hall challenge the view that
nation-states have lost their relevance in the context of
globalization and rising nationalism. The book traces how states
evolved historically, how contemporary states differ from one
another, and the interactions between them. States today confront a
host of challenges, but two features make some states more
effective than others: institutional arrangement and national
identity. The second edition has been updated to discuss why the
BRICS countries (with the exception of China) are no longer the
rising powers they were once thought to be; the effects of Brexit
on the European Union; the legacy of the Trump administration for
US politics and hegemony; and how the coronavirus may upset the
world of states going forward.
Why are small and culturally homogeneous nation-states in the
advanced capitalist world so prosperous? Examining how Denmark,
Ireland, and Switzerland managed the 2008 financial crisis, The
Paradox of Vulnerability shows that this is not an accident. John
Campbell and John Hall argue that a prolonged sense of
vulnerability within both the state and the nation encourages the
development of institutions that enable decision makers to act
together quickly in order to survive, especially during a crisis.
Blending insights from studies of comparative political economy and
nationalism and drawing on both extensive interviews and secondary
data, Campbell and Hall support their claim by focusing on the
three states historically and, more important, in their different
responses to the 2008 crisis. The authors also devote attention to
the difficulties faced by Greece and Iceland. The implications of
their argument are profound. First, they show that there is a
positive side to nationalism: social solidarity can enhance
national prosperity. Second, because globalization now requires all
states to become more adaptable, there are lessons here for other
states, large and small. Lastly, the formula for prosperity
presented here is under threat: highly homogeneous societies face
challenges in dealing with immigration, with some responding in
ways that threaten their success. The Paradox of Vulnerability
demonstrates how the size and culture of a nation contribute in
significant ways to its ability to handle political and economic
pressures and challenges.
Has the emergence of nationalism made warfare more brutal? Does
strong nationalist identification increase efficiency in fighting?
Is nationalism the cause or the consequence of the breakdown of
imperialism? What is the role of victories and defeats in the
formation of national identities? The relationship between
nationalism and warfare is complex, and it changes depending on
which historical period and geographical context is in question. In
'Nationalism and War', some of the world's leading social
scientists and historians explore the nature of the connection
between the two. Through empirical studies from a broad range of
countries, they explore the impact that imperial legacies,
education, welfare regimes, bureaucracy, revolutions, popular
ideologies, geopolitical change, and state breakdowns have had in
the transformation of war and nationalism.
Michael Mann is one of the most influential sociologists of recent
decades. His work has had a major impact in sociology, history,
political science, international relations and other social science
disciplines. His main work, The Sources of Social Power, of which
two of three volumes have been completed, provides an
all-encompassing account of the history of power from the
beginnings of stratified societies to present day. Recently he has
published two major works, Fascists and The Dark Side of Democracy.
Yet unlike other contemporary social thinkers, Mann's work has not,
until now, been systematically and critically assessed. This volume
assembles a group of distinguished scholars to take stock, both of
Mann's overall method and of his account of particular periods and
historical cases. It also contains Mann's reply where he answers
his critics and forcefully restates his position. This is a unique
and provocative study for scholars and students alike.
Michael Mann is one of the most influential sociologists of recent
decades. His work has had a major impact in sociology, history,
political science, international relations and other social science
disciplines. His main work, The Sources of Social Power, of which
two of three volumes have been completed, provides an
all-encompassing account of the history of power from the
beginnings of stratified societies to present day. Recently he has
published two major works, Fascists and The Dark Side of Democracy.
Yet unlike other contemporary social thinkers, Mann's work has not,
until now, been systematically and critically assessed. This volume
assembles a group of distinguished scholars to take stock, both of
Mann's overall method and of his account of particular periods and
historical cases. It also contains Mann's reply where he answers
his critics and forcefully restates his position. This is a unique
and provocative study for scholars and students alike.
This set of essays is concerned with the explanation of large scale
social change. Concentration is on the social stagnation
characteristic of agrarian circumstances, the conditions for exit
from that world, and the varied social orders that inhabit,
sometimes precariously, the modern world community. The
distinguished contributors from archaeology, anthropology,
sociology, economic history and philosophy, have all been
stimulated by the work of Ernest Gellner, and the essays are in
dialogue with his view of our social condition.
In this volume distinguished scholars from different social science disciplines assess the emerging international order. The volume's three sections examine theories and strategies of order; the prospects of the major likely contenders for world leadership (the United States, Russia, China, the European Union, Japan and India); and the challenges to world order, including globalization, nationalism, ethnic and religious conflict, environmental degradation, and the spread of weapons of mass destruction. This book thus offers a comprehensive account of the prospects for a peaceful and just international order in the next century.
Nationalism is one of the major social and political issues of
modern times, and a subject of intense intellectual debate. The
most important and influential theory of nationalism is that of
Ernest Gellner (1925-1995). This volume assesses every aspect of
that theory, bringing together an exceptional set of scholars to
explain, criticise and move beyond Gellner's work. In doing so the
book establishes the state-of-play within the theory of
nationalism, and complements Gellner's account by bringing
political variables back into play. The book is unique in offering
sustained attention to a single powerful theory, and will be of
wide interest to students and scholars of political and social
theory, history, sociology and anthropology.
Nationalism is one of the major social and political issues of
modern times, and a subject of intense intellectual debate. The
most important and influential theory of nationalism is that of
Ernest Gellner (1925-1995). This volume assesses every aspect of
that theory, bringing together an exceptional set of scholars to
explain, criticise and move beyond Gellner's work. In doing so the
book establishes the state-of-play within the theory of
nationalism, and complements Gellner's account by bringing
political variables back into play. The book is unique in offering
sustained attention to a single powerful theory, and will be of
wide interest to students and scholars of political and social
theory, history, sociology and anthropology.
Civility is desirable and possible, but can this fragile ideal be
guaranteed? The Importance of Being Civil offers the most
comprehensive look at the nature and advantages of civility
throughout history and in our world today. Esteemed sociologist
John Hall expands our understanding of civility as related to
larger social forces--including revolution, imperialism,
capitalism, nationalism, and war--and the ways that such elements
limit the potential for civility. Combining wide-ranging historical
and comparative evidence with social and moral theory, Hall
examines how the nature of civility has fluctuated in the last
three centuries, how it became lost, and how it was reestablished
in the twentieth century following the two world wars. He also
considers why civility is currently breaking down and what can be
done to mitigate this threat. The Importance of Being Civil is a
decisive and sophisticated addition to the discussion of civility
in its modern cultural and historical contexts.
Has the emergence of nationalism made warfare more brutal? Does
strong nationalist identification increase efficiency in fighting?
Is nationalism the cause or the consequence of the breakdown of
imperialism? What is the role of victories and defeats in the
formation of national identities? The relationship between
nationalism and warfare is complex, and it changes depending on
which historical period and geographical context is in question. In
'Nationalism and War', some of the world's leading social
scientists and historians explore the nature of the connection
between the two. Through empirical studies from a broad range of
countries, they explore the impact that imperial legacies,
education, welfare regimes, bureaucracy, revolutions, popular
ideologies, geopolitical change, and state breakdowns have had in
the transformation of war and nationalism.
In this volume distinguished scholars from different social science disciplines assess the emerging international order. The volume's three sections examine theories and strategies of order; the prospects of the major likely contenders for world leadership (the United States, Russia, China, the European Union, Japan and India); and the challenges to world order, including globalization, nationalism, ethnic and religious conflict, environmental degradation, and the spread of weapons of mass destruction. This book thus offers a comprehensive account of the prospects for a peaceful and just international order in the next century.
This set of essays is concerned with the explanation of large scale social change. Concentration is on the social stagnation characteristic of agrarian circumstances, the conditions for exit from that world, and the varied social orders that inhabit, sometimes precariously, the modern world community. The distinguished contributors from archaeology, anthropology, sociology, economic history and philosophy, have all been stimulated by the work of Ernest Gellner, and the essays are in dialogue with his view of our social condition.
Poetry. ELSE HERE is a collection of new and selected poems by
British poet John Hall. Work from Between The Cities, Days, Meaning
Insomnia, Malo-Lactic Ferment, Couch Grass, Repressed Intimations,
and Not Writing are included. those who rage go mad and the snow/
doesn't even melt with their warmth it/ just gets dirty (from
European History).
Civility is desirable and possible, but can this fragile ideal
be guaranteed? "The Importance of Being Civil" offers the most
comprehensive look at the nature and advantages of civility,
throughout history and in our world today. Esteemed sociologist
John Hall expands our understanding of civility as related to
larger social forces--including revolution, imperialism,
capitalism, nationalism, and war--and the ways that such elements
limit the potential for civility. Combining wide-ranging historical
and comparative evidence with social and moral theory, Hall
examines how the nature of civility has fluctuated in the last
three centuries, how it became lost, and how it was reestablished
in the twentieth century following the two world wars. He also
considers why civility is currently breaking down and what can be
done to mitigate this threat.
Paying particular attention to the importance of individualism,
of rules allowing people to create their own identities, Hall
offers a composite definition of civility. He focuses on the nature
of agreeing to differ over many issues, the significance of fashion
and consumption, the benefits of inclusive politics on the nature
of identity, the greater ability of the United States in
integrating immigrants in comparison to Europe, and the conditions
likely to assure peace in international affairs. Hall factors in
those who are opposed to civility, and the various methods with
which states have destroyed civil and cooperative relations in
society.
"The Importance of Being Civil" is a decisive and sophisticated
addition to the discussion of civil society in its modern cultural
and historical contexts.
This is a new release of the original 1956 edition.
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