{"title":"Alex de Waal","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Alex de Waal collection, where you will find insightful works by a distinguished author and scholar in the field of Politics \u0026amp; Current Affairs. Alex de Waal is renowned for his profound analysis of global health issues, conflict, and humanitarian crises. His expertise and experience bring a unique perspective to understanding the intricate connections between health, politics, and society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works in this collection is \u003cem\u003eNew Pandemics, Old Politics\u003c\/em\u003e, a thought-provoking examination of how political dynamics shape responses to pandemics. In this insightful book, de Waal explores the intersection of historical patterns and contemporary challenges, offering readers a detailed narrative that demystifies the complexities of global health governance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDe Waal’s writing is not only informative but also accessible, making it perfect for anyone interested in the interplay between politics and global health. Whether you're a student, researcher, or simply an engaged reader, you'll find his works to be a valuable resource in understanding our world's current and future challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the collection today and delve into the compelling analyses of Alex de Waal, an author who bridges the gap between academic rigour and engaging storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"new-pandemics-old-politics-by-alex-de-waal-9781509547807","title":"New Pandemics, Old Politics","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNew Pandemics, Old Politics\u003c\/i\u003e explores how the modern world adopted a martial script to deal with epidemic disease threats, and how this has failed – repeatedly. Europe first declared ‘war’ on cholera in the 19th century. It didn’t defeat the disease but it served purposes of state and empire. In 1918, influenza emerged from a real war and swept the world unchecked by either policy or medicine. Forty years ago, AIDS challenged the confidence of medical science. AIDS is still with us, but we have learned to live with it – chiefly because of community activism and emancipatory politics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eToday, public health experts and political leaders who failed to listen to them agree on one thing: that we must ‘fight’ Covid-19. There’s a consensus that we should target individual pathogens and suppress them – rather than address the reasons why our societies are so vulnerable. Arguing that this consensus is mistaken, Alex de Waal makes the case for a new democratic public health for the Anthropocene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47362933358828,"sku":"9781509547807","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12500323482725.jpg?v=1772903968"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/alex-de-waal.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}