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Thinking the Twenty First Century: Ideas for the New Political Economy by Malcolm McIntosh (New book)

  • 1.  Thinking the Twenty First Century: Ideas for the New Political Economy by Malcolm McIntosh (New book)

    Posted 02-23-2015 05:27

     

    *Apologies for cross posting*

     

    Dear colleagues,

     

    I am pleased to announce a new book by Malcolm McIntosh available from Greenleaf Publishing: Thinking the Twenty First Century: Ideas for the New Political Economy

     

    In a sophisticated and far-reaching blend of theory and reflection, 'Thinking the Twenty First Century' takes a provocative look at the changes required to build a new global political economy. McIntosh charts five system changes essential to this transition: globality and Earth awareness; the rebalancing of science and awe; peacefulness and the feminisation of decision making; the reorganisation of our institutions; and, evolution, adaptation and learning. That they are all connected should be obvious, but that they are written about together is less common.

     

    McIntosh argues that these five changes are already underway and need to be accelerated. Combining science, philosophy, politics and economics, 'Thinking the Twenty First Century' questions our current model of capitalism and calls for a much needed new order. This forceful call to action advocates a balanced political economy with trandisciplinarity, connectivity, accountability and transparency at its centre, as an alternative to a world built on the failing system of neoliberal economics.

     

    From one of the pioneers of the global corporate sustainability and social responsibility movement, this unique book combines analysis, diary and reflection to present a radical way forward for the twenty first century.

     

    To read more, visit Tobias Webb's blog for a Guest Post by Malcolm McIntosh: http://tobiaswebb.blogspot.co.uk/2015/02/the-five-changes-necessary-for-new.html

     

    E-inspection copies are available from www.greenleaf-publishing.com/thinking. Please contact me directly if you would like a review copy or if you have any queries.

     

    Kind regards,

     

    Rebecca

     

    Rebecca Macklin

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