The Three Dimensions of Freedom

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By Billy Bragg

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In The Three Dimensions of Freedom, Billy Bragg explores how contemporary politics has been weakened by authoritarianism, hollowed political parties, and corporate influence undermining democracy. He argues that true freedom depends on three essential dimensions: Liberty, Equality, and Accountability. Without accountability, freedom cannot be effectively exercised, and Bragg presents a compelling vision of how these three elements combine to empower ordinary citizens.
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Ideal for readers interested in politics, democracy, and social justice, especially those seeking insightful commentary on contemporary challenges to freedom and participatory citizenship.

Musician and activist Billy Bragg diagnoses the crisis of accountability in Western democracies in Faber Social's new series of political pamphlets.

Musician and activist Billy Bragg diagnoses the crisis of accountability in Western democracies in Faber Social's new series of political pamphlets.

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We live in a world where strongman politics are rising; neo-liberalism has hollowed out political parties; and corporations have undermined democracy. Ordinary voters feel helpless to effect change, resulting in outbreaks of populist anger, and traditional platforms for debate are losing their viability as readers source information online.

In this short and vital polemic, progressive thinker and activist Billy Bragg argues that accountability is the antidote to authoritarianism, and that without it, we can never truly be free. He shows us that Freedom requires three dimensions to function: Liberty, Equality, and Accountability— and the result is a three-dimensional space in which freedom can be exercised by all.

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Described by the Boston Globe as a "pocket-size, 100-page 'pamphlet' on personal liberty and the responsibilities of citizenship," this concise and vital polemic by progressive thinker Billy Bragg challenges readers to rethink freedom in a complex political landscape.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780571353217

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 May 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 7.0mm

Width: 111.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 91g

Pages: 112

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About the Author

Stephen William 'Billy' Bragg is an English singer-songwriter and left-wing activist. His music blends elements of folk music, punk rock and protest songs, with lyrics that span political or romantic themes. His music is heavily centred on bringing about change and getting the younger generation involved in grass-roots activist causes. His book Roots, Radicals and Rockers: How Skiffle Changed the World was shortlisted for the Penderyn Music Book Prize, and was a Rough Trade, Mojo, and FT Book of the Year 2018.