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Centrism: The Story of an Idea
- An Origin Story Book
- Narrated by: Dorian Lynskey, Ian Dunt
- Length: 5 hrs and 16 mins
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Summary
AN ORIGIN STORY BOOK
'Provides clarity, scholarship, wit and essential insight into why our world is the way it is' Adam Rutherford
'I wish I could make Ian and Dorian's work mandatory' Sathnam Sanghera
A coherent political philosophy or a vacuous cop-out? A pragmatic middle way between the extremes of left and right or a cynical strategy to secure power and neuter debate?
Politicians have long invoked centrism as both a term of abuse (Margaret Thatcher) and a badge of pride (Tony Blair). Figures as important as John Maynard Keynes, Roy Jenkins, Bill Clinton and Emmanuel Macron have all had different ideas about how to make sure the centre holds. But for a term that purports to describe consensus, it's ironic just how little agreement there is over what 'centrism' actually means.
In Centrism: The Story of an Idea, Ian Dunt and Dorian Lynskey trace the evolution of centrism from ancient Greece to the French Revolution, the Second World War to the 2024 elections. They find a story that is much bigger than the sum of its parts - and that raises some uncomfortable questions about tribalism and compromise.
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- IanRobinson
- 23-10-24
A balanced overview of centrism
Enjoyed it a lot. I’m looking forward to the other two books in the series.
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- EDDIE MILLER
- 27-10-24
skillfully dissect the complexities of Centrism for the first time
In "Centrism: The Story of an Idea," Ian Dunt and Dorian Lynskey deliver a compelling and surprisingly engaging exploration of the often-maligned middle ground of politics. This isn't a dry history lesson, but a vibrant journey through the ages, tracing the evolution of centrism from ancient Greece to the present day.
The authors skillfully dissect the complexities of centrism, revealing it to be far more than mere fence-sitting or compromise. They showcase the intellectual heft behind the pursuit of balance, highlighting figures like John Maynard Keynes and Tony Blair who championed the center as a space for pragmatic solutions and societal progress.
Dunt and Lynskey's sharp analysis and witty prose make "Centrism" a thought-provoking and thoroughly enjoyable listen. It challenges listeners to reconsider their own political assumptions and appreciate the nuanced arguments for seeking common ground. In a time of increasing polarization, this book offers a refreshing and optimistic perspective on the power of the center to bridge divides and forge a path forward.
Enjoyed every minute of the book with the listen between authors narrating chapters working very well.
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