{"title":"James Plunkett","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our James Plunkett collection, a fascinating dive into the realm of Education \u0026amp; Reference literature. James Plunkett is celebrated for his ability to unravel complex ideas and present them in an engaging and accessible manner, making him a revered figure in the literary world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works in this collection is \u003cem\u003eEnd State\u003c\/em\u003e, a book that skilfully explores intricate themes with clarity and insight. Plunkett’s books are renowned for their depth and thought-provoking nature, often encouraging readers to ponder and explore beyond the pages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're delving into his works for academic purposes or personal enrichment, you'll find that James Plunkett provides an educational journey like no other, filled with knowledge and reflection. Enjoy exploring his insightful contributions to Education \u0026amp; Reference literature right here in our collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"end-state-by-james-plunkett-9781398702196","title":"End State","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA GUARDIAN POLITICAL BOOK OF THE YEAR\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsightful and revealing: a brilliant exploration of how ideas currently on the edge of politics could move into the mainstream\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDanny Dorling,\u003c\/em\u003e author of \u003cem\u003eSLOWDOWN\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn ambitious, thrilling manifesto, setting out a new relationship between the individual and the state and how we can get there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCan we reverse the mental health crisis by getting rid of Mondays?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIs it time to stop poor people being poor by... giving them money?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCan we quell the fires of populism by giving young people a say in the future?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs the shockwaves of Covid-19 continue to spread, and as the smoke clears from a year of anger and unrest, many people feel forlorn about the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn End State\u003c\/em\u003e, James Plunkett argues that this can be a moment not of despair, but of historic opportunity - a chance to rethink, renew, and reform some of the most fundamental ways we organise society. In much the same way as societies emerged stronger from crises in the past - building the state as we know it today - we too can build a happier future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJames Plunkett has spent his career thinking laterally about the complicated relationships between individuals and the state. First as an advisor to Gordon Brown, then as a leading economic researcher and writer, and then in the charity sector, helping people struggling at the front-line of economic change. James combines a deep understanding of social issues with an appreciation of how change is playing out not in the ivory tower, but in the reality of people's lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow, in his first book, he sets out an optimistic vision, exploring nine ways in which our social settlement can be upgraded to harness the power of the digital age. Covering a dizzying sweep of geography and history, from London's 18th Century sewage systems to the uneasy inequality of Silicon Valley, it's a thrilling and iconoclastic account of how society can not only survive, but thrive, in the digital age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEnd State\u003c\/em\u003e provides a much-needed map to help us navigate our way over the curious terrain of the twenty-first century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46832860922092,"sku":"9781398702196","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27475813482685.jpg?v=1758416478"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/james-plunkett.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}