The Precipice

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Neoliberalism, the Pandemic and the Urgent Need for Radical Change

By Noam Chomsky and C. J. Polychroniou

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The Precipice by Noam Chomsky and C. J. Polychroniou is a thought-provoking dialogue between Chomsky and Polychroniou discussing critical global issues such as climate change, global inequality, and the threat of nuclear war. The book calls for immediate and transformative action to address these existential threats and explores possible solutions for a sustainable and equitable future.
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You might like this book if you are interested in critical analyses of contemporary global issues and enjoy thought-provoking discussions on politics, climate change, and the future of humanity.

The Precipice

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The Precipice, by Noam Chomsky and C.J. Polychroniou, is an extraordinary compilation of interviews that delves into the pressing issues of contemporary society. In this absorbing collection, Chomsky, hailed by the Observer as "the world's greatest public intellectual," provides a clear-eyed analysis of the current state of the world as we navigate through monumental changes towards a more hopeful future.

This compelling work addresses the rise of right-wing populism and lays bare the devastating consequences of authoritarian policies. Chomsky deftly examines the pernicious effects these policies have on people, the environment, and the planet as a whole. He offers profound insights into the dynamics of class warfare perpetuated by the elites, who strive to maintain and even amplify a ruthless dog-eat-dog society.

With searing clarity, Chomsky discusses the phenomenon of neoliberal capitalism, underscoring the systemic inequities it perpetuates. He also highlights the unprecedented global mobilizations against racism, police violence, and economic injustice, celebrating the solidarity and activism of millions who are challenging the status quo.

The interviews in The Precipice serve as a crucial reminder of the urgency of the times we live in, capturing Chomsky's unwavering commitment to truth and justice. The book not only exposes the stark realities of our world but also inspires hope and action, calling for collective efforts to forge a better future for all.

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The Precipice is praised for its fervent examination of the shifts in American politics, especially over the last four decades.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241993934

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 June 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

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

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 111.0mm

Height: 181.0mm

Weight: 201g

Pages: 368

Collections

All Books Biography & Memoir C. J. Polychroniou Education & Reference Finance & Economics Finance & Investment Noam Chomsky Non-Fiction Philosophy & Psychology Philosophy & Stoicism Politics & Current Affairs Science & Nature

About the Author

Noam Chomsky (Author) Noam Chomsky is institute professor emeritus in the Department of Linguistics and Philosophy at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and lau-reate professor in the Agnes Nelms Haury Program in Environment and Social Justice at the University of Arizona. His work is widely credited with having revolutionized the field of modern linguistics, and he is equally renowned for his incisive writings on global affairs and U.S. foreign policy. The single most cited and published living author, winner of numer-ous international awards, Chomsky has written over one hundred books, including the bestselling political works Hegemony or Survival, Failed States, and Who Rules the World?.