The Big Idea series, from Thames & Hudson in the UK, provides a visually enticing format that combines well chosen photographs and other graphics with (relatively) brief arguments concisely articulating points of view that together provide readers with an engaging avenue by way of which to (relatively) quickly get up to speed with the complex challenges facing us in the 21st century.

Thames & Hudson states:

Only four countries around the world do not currently define themselves as democracies. However, many more do not fulfill the four basic requirements of democracy: free and fair elections, active participation of citizens in politics, protection of human rights, and the rule of law. Recently, far-right and populist politicians have been on the rise throughout the West. Is populism the new face of democracy? Is democracy simply the will of the people? Can any existing government claim to be truly democratic?

In Is Democracy Failing?, writer Niheer Dasandi, an expert in government and political science, investigates these questions with careful consideration. This captivating, articulate volume in the “Big Idea” series explores the state of democracy today and whether it remains a viable form of government.

Author

Niheer Dasandi is a Fellow in the School of Government and Political Science at the University of Birmingham, UK. He has written a number of academic papers and articles for national newspapers, including the Guardian.

Details Format: Softcover Pages: 144 Artwork: c. 150 illustrations Size: 6 in x 9.1 in x 0.6 in Published: October 16th, 2018 ISBN-10: 0500293651 ISBN-13: 9780500293652