{"title":"Jonathan Rauch","description":"\u003cp\u003eJonathan Rauch’s work offers insightful explorations into the foundations and challenges of modern democracies. His books delve into the complexities of societal knowledge, governance, and the tensions within political systems, inviting readers to engage with thoughtful analysis and nuanced perspectives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders drawn to \u003cem\u003ePolitics \u0026amp; Current Affairs\u003c\/em\u003e will find Rauch’s writing both intellectually rigorous and accessible, shedding light on how ideas shape public discourse and the enduring importance of constitutional principles in contemporary debates.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-constitution-of-knowledge","title":"The Constitution of Knowledge","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Constitution of Knowledge\u003c\/em\u003e by Jonathan Rauch is an illuminating exploration of the current crisis in public discourse and the battle over truth in our digital age. Delving into the proliferation of disinformation, the practices of trolling, the rapid dissemination of conspiracy theories, and the rising tide of cancel culture, Rauch uncovers the forces disrupting our collective understanding of truth. The book serves as both a diagnosis and a call to arms for those who seek to defend the principles of objective reality and rational discourse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRauch delves into the complex interplay between modern technology and age-old principles of epistemology, tracing the roots of today's challenges back to the Enlightenment era. It was then that the revolutionary ideas of liberal democracy and scientific inquiry laid the groundwork for what Rauch terms the \"Constitution of Knowledge\"—a robust system that turns human disagreement into a pathway to truth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout the book, the author articulates how these foundational concepts have been undermined by a wave of misleading information and public manipulation. He argues that this phenomenon is not only a technological problem but also a philosophical one, requiring a recommitment to the values that underpin a well-functioning society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMoreover, \u003cem\u003eThe Constitution of Knowledge\u003c\/em\u003e offers practical insights and strategies for individuals and institutions seeking to navigate and counteract the epistemic crisis. Rauch imparts a vision for rekindling reasoned debate and fostering an environment where truth can prevail over falsehood, emphasising the responsibility of each citizen to engage in this vital endeavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis thought-provoking and compelling book takes readers on a journey through media landscapes, political arenas, and social networks, equipping them with the knowledge needed to fortify the defences of truth and free inquiry. By dissecting the myriad threats to our shared reality, Rauch's work is an essential read for anyone concerned about the future of democratic discourse and the preservation of fact-based discussion. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ingram Book Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45799057391852,"sku":"9780815738862","price":56.57,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780815738862.jpg?v=1728222954"},{"product_id":"cross-purposes-by-jonathan-rauch-9780300288681","title":"Cross Purposes","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy the crisis of Christianity has become a crisis for democracy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eConcise and elegant. . . . Rauch applies careful research and incisive prose to examine, diagnose, and prescribe a cure for the maladies afflicting contemporary religious-political dynamics.\u003c\/em\u003e—Michael M. Rosen, \u003cem\u003eCommentary\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat happens to American democracy if Christianity is no longer able, or no longer willing, to perform the functions on which our constitutional order depends? In this provocative book, the award-winning journalist Jonathan Rauch—a lifelong atheist—reckons candidly with both the shortcomings of secularism and the corrosion of Christianity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Thin Christianity,\" as Rauch calls the mainline church, has been unable to inspire and retain believers. Worse, a Church of Fear has distorted white evangelicalism in ways that violate the tenets of both Jesus and James Madison. What to do? For answers, Rauch looks to a new generation of religious thinkers, as well as to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which has placed the Constitution at the heart of its spiritual teachings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this timely critique, Rauch addresses secular Americans who think Christianity can be abandoned, and Christian Americans who blame secular culture for their grievances. The two must work together, he argues, to confront our present crisis. He calls on Christians to recommit to the teachings of their faith that align with Madison, not MAGA, and to understand that liberal democracy, far from being oppressive, is uniquely protective of religious freedom. At the same time, he calls on secular liberals to understand that healthy religious institutions are crucial to the survival of the liberal state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47306899030252,"sku":"9780300288681","price":30.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24884553482294.jpg?v=1771066363"},{"product_id":"cross-purposes-by-jonathan-rauch-9780300273540","title":"Cross Purposes","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy the crisis of Christianity has become a crisis for democracy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat happens to American democracy if Christianity is no longer able, or no longer willing, to perform the functions on which our constitutional order depends? 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