{"title":"William D. Gairdner","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWilliam D. Gairdner\u003c\/strong\u003e is a renowned author and scholar, best known for his insightful contributions to the realms of politics and current affairs. With a keen eye for societal trends and cultural shifts, Gairdner delves deep into the fabric of modern society, offering a profound analysis of the forces that shape our world today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his acclaimed works, \u003cem\u003eThe Great Divide\u003c\/em\u003e stands out as a compelling examination of the ideological schisms that define contemporary political landscapes. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of current political debates and the underlying factors contributing to societal divides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGairdner's writing is both thought-provoking and accessible, making complex ideas understandable to a broad audience. His unique perspective is grounded in rigorous research and an unwavering commitment to exploring the truth behind prevailing issues. Whether you are a seasoned political enthusiast or a curious reader eager to delve into current affairs, William D. Gairdner's books promise to enrich your understanding and provoke thoughtful reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-great-divide-by-william-d-gairdner-9781594037641","title":"The Great Divide","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe theme of \u003ci\u003eThe Great Divide\u003c\/i\u003e is that the populations of the democratic world, from Boston to Berlin, Vancouver to Venice, are becoming increasingly divided from within, due to a growing ideological incompatibility between modern liberalism and conservatism. This is partly due to a complex mutation in the concept of liberal democracy itself, and the resulting divide is now so wide that those holding to either philosophy on a whole range of topics—on democracy, on reason, on abortion, on human nature, on homosexuality and gay marriage, on freedom, on the role of courts, and much more—can barely speak with each other without outrage, the favourite emotional response from all sides. Clearly, civil conversation at the surface has been failing, and that could mean democracy is failing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is an effort to deepen the conversation. It is written for the non-specialist and aims to reveal the less obvious underlying ideological forces and misconceptions that cause the conflict and outrage at the surface—not with any expectation that the clash of values will evaporate, but rather that a deeper understanding will generate a more intelligent and civil conversation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850077196524,"sku":"9781594037641","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14824963482755.jpg?v=1759078740"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/william-d-gairdner.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}