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Explore the intricate transformation of American society and political culture in the captivating book, Hijacking America. Written by the insightful Susan George, this compelling narrative delves deep into the powerful forces that have reshaped the United States from the late 20th century to the present day.
In this meticulously researched work, the author employs the four 'Ms'—money, media, marketing, and management—to illustrate how the American secular and religious right has orchestrated a complex long march through the institutions. This engaging read is not just a historical analysis but a clarion call for understanding the socio-political landscape that has emerged.
Discover how a calculated coalition of neo-liberals, neo-conservatives, and the religious right has effectively altered the American mindset, creating a new common sense that challenges Enlightenment values. With 240 pages of thought-provoking content, Hijacking America is perfect for both casual readers and students of politics, culture, and international relations.
Whether you are looking to educate yourself on the deep-seated changes in American ideology or simply enjoy well-crafted prose, this brand-new book promises to provide critical insights.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780745644615
Year: 2008
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 240
Description:
George Bush leaves the White House in January 2009 and the United
States goes back to ?normal?, right? Wrong, argues
Susan George in this fascinating, thorough and often chilling
account of the decades-long transformation of American society and
political culture. Using the four ?Ms? ? money,
media, marketing, management?but above all with a keen sense
of mission, the American secular and religious right has made its
?long march through the institutions? and changed the
way Americans think.
As the left went about its business in blissful ignorance,
convinced that its policies, programmes and projects spoke for
themselves and would always prevail; the right?s well-oiled
machine of foundations, lobbies, think-tanks, publications,
political cadres, lawyers and activist organisations slowly and
strategically took over. A broad alliance of neo-liberals,
neo-conservatives and the religious right successfully manufactured
a new common sense, assaulted Enlightenment values and targeted the
top of society where culture is created and legitimized, because
they knew that ideas have consequences?and not just in the
United States.
Hijacking America is that rarity of a book, a thoroughly
researched page-turner. Clearly and gracefully written, it will
enthral the general reader while providing plenty of factual
nourishment for the student of politics, culture, religion or
international relations. And for all those who hope for a different
America in the future, the first step is to hold the present one up
to the light and understand how it got that way.
In this meticulously researched work, the author employs the four 'Ms'—money, media, marketing, and management—to illustrate how the American secular and religious right has orchestrated a complex long march through the institutions. This engaging read is not just a historical analysis but a clarion call for understanding the socio-political landscape that has emerged.
Discover how a calculated coalition of neo-liberals, neo-conservatives, and the religious right has effectively altered the American mindset, creating a new common sense that challenges Enlightenment values. With 240 pages of thought-provoking content, Hijacking America is perfect for both casual readers and students of politics, culture, and international relations.
Whether you are looking to educate yourself on the deep-seated changes in American ideology or simply enjoy well-crafted prose, this brand-new book promises to provide critical insights.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780745644615
Year: 2008
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 240
Description:
George Bush leaves the White House in January 2009 and the United
States goes back to ?normal?, right? Wrong, argues
Susan George in this fascinating, thorough and often chilling
account of the decades-long transformation of American society and
political culture. Using the four ?Ms? ? money,
media, marketing, management?but above all with a keen sense
of mission, the American secular and religious right has made its
?long march through the institutions? and changed the
way Americans think.
As the left went about its business in blissful ignorance,
convinced that its policies, programmes and projects spoke for
themselves and would always prevail; the right?s well-oiled
machine of foundations, lobbies, think-tanks, publications,
political cadres, lawyers and activist organisations slowly and
strategically took over. A broad alliance of neo-liberals,
neo-conservatives and the religious right successfully manufactured
a new common sense, assaulted Enlightenment values and targeted the
top of society where culture is created and legitimized, because
they knew that ideas have consequences?and not just in the
United States.
Hijacking America is that rarity of a book, a thoroughly
researched page-turner. Clearly and gracefully written, it will
enthral the general reader while providing plenty of factual
nourishment for the student of politics, culture, religion or
international relations. And for all those who hope for a different
America in the future, the first step is to hold the present one up
to the light and understand how it got that way.