{"title":"Peter R. Mitchell","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Peter R. Mitchell collection, an insightful selection that delves into the complexities of political thought and current affairs. Known for his work co-editing \u003cem\u003eUnderstanding Power: The Indispensable Chomsky\u003c\/em\u003e, Mitchell brings a unique ability to distil intricate ideas of power structures and societal dynamics in an engaging and accessible way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMitchell's work centres on illuminating the transformative ideas of influential thinkers, particularly drawing attention to the provocative insights of Noam Chomsky. In this collection, readers will find books that encourage critical thinking and a deeper understanding of the political landscape. Through these writings, Mitchell aims to foster a more informed and reflective approach to contemporary politics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a student of politics, an avid Chomsky reader, or simply curious about understanding the power dynamics shaping our world, the books in this collection are an essential resource. They offer a comprehensive overview of pivotal conversations that challenge the status quo and invite you to question the world around you. Immerse yourself in this collection and discover the intricate layers of power and politics with expert guidance from Peter R. Mitchell.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"understanding-power-the-indispensable-chomsky-by-peter-r-mitchell-9780908011728","title":"Understanding Power The indispensable Chomsky","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere is a major collection from 'arguably the most important intellectual alive' (the New York Times). Noam Chomsky is universally accepted as one of the pre-eminent public intellectuals of the modern era. Over the past thirty years, broadly diverse audiences have gathered to attend his sold-out lectures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow, in \u003cem\u003eUnderstanding Power\u003c\/em\u003e, Peter Mitchell and John Schoeffel have assembled the best of Chomsky's recent talks on the past, present, and future of the politics of power. In a series of enlightening and wide-ranging discussions, all published here for the first time, Chomsky radically reinterprets the events of the past three decades, covering topics from foreign policy during Vietnam to the decline of welfare under the Clinton administration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs he elucidates the connection between America's imperialistic foreign policy and the decline of domestic social services, Chomsky also discerns the necessary steps to take toward social change. With an eye to political activism and the media's role in popular struggle, as well as US foreign and domestic policy, \u003cem\u003eUnderstanding Power\u003c\/em\u003e offers a sweeping critique of the world around us and is definitive Chomsky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCharacterised by Chomsky's accessible and informative style, this is the ideal book for those new to his work as well as for those who have been listening for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46511839248620,"sku":"9780908011728","price":50.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/7498593482511.jpg?v=1748833380"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/peter-r-mitchell.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}