{"title":"Gareth Evans","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the insightful works of Gareth Evans, a distinguished figure in the realm of Politics \u0026amp; Current Affairs. Known for his profound political acumen and thoughtful perspectives, Evans has significantly contributed to contemporary discussions on global politics and international relations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into \u003cem\u003eGood International Citizenship\u003c\/em\u003e, a thought-provoking examination of the principles and practices that define responsible and ethical global engagement. Through this work, Evans advocates for nations to adopt policies that not only benefit their own interests but also promote global harmony and cooperation. His arguments are both compelling and deeply relevant in today's interconnected world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeanwhile, \u003cem\u003eIncorrigible Optimist\u003c\/em\u003e offers a more personal glimpse into Evans' unyielding belief in the power of optimism amidst political challenges. This book not only reflects on his personal and professional journey but also highlights stories and experiences that underscore his enduring faith in the potential for positive change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGareth Evans' books are essential for anyone interested in understanding the intricate dynamics of global politics and the optimistic philosophies that can drive change. Enthusiasts of political discourse will find his works both enlightening and inspiring.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"good-international-citizenship-by-gareth-evans-9781922464972","title":"Good International Citizenship","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy should we in Australia, or \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e country, care about poverty, human rights atrocities, health epidemics, environmental catastrophes, weapons proliferation, or any other problems afflicting faraway countries, when they don’t, as is often the case, have any direct or immediate impact on our own safety or prosperity? Gareth Evans’ answer is the approach he adopted when Australia’s foreign minister. He argues that to be, and be seen to be, a good international citizen—a state that cares about other people’s suffering, and does everything reasonably possible to alleviate it—is both a moral imperative \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e a matter of hard-headed national interest. The case for decency in conducting our international relations is based both on the reality of our common humanity, and a national interest just as compelling as the traditional duo of security and prosperity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFour key benchmarks matter most in assessing any country’s record as a good international citizen: its foreign aid generosity; its response to human rights violations; its reaction to conflict, mass atrocities, and the refugee flows that are so often their aftermath; and its contribution to addressing the global existential threats posed by climate change, pandemics, and nuclear war. Measured against them, Australia’s overall record has been patchy at best, lamentable at worst, and is presently embarrassingly poor. The better news is that, on all available evidence, the problem lies not with the negative attitudes of our people, but our governments. Those in office might prefer Berthold Brecht’s solution: ‘dissolve the people and elect another.’ But the right course for the rest of us is to persuade our political leaders, on both moral and national interest grounds, to change their ways, and to vote them out if they don’t.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849189970156,"sku":"9781922464972","price":22.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13060843482872.jpg?v=1759026835"},{"product_id":"incorrigible-optimist-by-gareth-evans-9780522866445","title":"Incorrigible Optimist","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA colourful and central figure in Australian politics for two decades—described by Bob Hawke as having 'the most acute mind' of any of his ministers—Gareth Evans has also been applauded worldwide for his contributions, both as Foreign Minister and in later international roles, to conflict resolution, genocide prevention and curbing weapons of mass destruction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this sometimes moving, often entertaining, and always lucid memoir, Evans looks back over the highs and lows of his public life as a student activist, civil libertarian, law reformer, industry minister, international policymaker, educator and politician. He explains why it is that, despite multiple disappointments, he continues to believe that a safer, saner and more decent world is achievable, and why, for all its frustrations, politics remains an indispensable profession not only for megalomaniacs but idealists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849313898732,"sku":"9780522866445","price":55.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3798993482374.jpg?v=1759038884"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/gareth-evans.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}