Graham Smith Bücher

Our democracies repeatedly fail to safeguard the future. From pensions to pandemics, health and social care through to climate, biodiversity and emerging technologies, democracies have been unable to deliver robust policies for the long term. In this book, Graham Smith, a leading scholar of democratic theory and practice, asks why? Exploring the drivers of the short-termism that dominate contemporary politics, he considers ways of reshaping legislatures and constitutions and proposes strengthening independent offices whose overarching goals do not change at every election. More radically, Smith argues that forms of participatory and deliberative politics offer the most effective democratic response to the current political myopia as well as a powerful means of protecting the interests of generations to come.

It's wrong in principle and it doesn't work in practice. (And no, it's not good for tourism.) It doesn't have to be this way. They say Britain should be proud to have the mother of parliaments, a shining beacon of democracy and an example to other nations. But there's an elephant in the room. At the heart of power is a single family. They weren't elected but they live off the public purse. They aren't accountable to anyone, and yet between them, they are privy to more government secrets than many cabinet ministers. Divinely appointed using a special hat, the head of the family is your superior, you his subject. Apparently he is guardian of our constitution - but we're also told he wouldn't dream of interfering in politics. If you accept the monarchy, you must accept the moral compromise that comes with it, from its erosion of the principle of equality to the secret interference in our laws. But the good news is that we don't have to accept it. True democracy is within our reach.

The story introduces a formidable new hero, characterized by his quick wit and sharp tongue, alongside his physical prowess in combat. This tough protagonist navigates challenges with a blend of intelligence and strength, making him a compelling figure for readers to support. The narrative promises a blend of action and clever dialogue, appealing to fans of gritty, character-driven tales.

'A pathbreaking book that for the first time brings smart policy insights into contact with creative, rigorous testing.This book sets the standard for all future scientific evaluations of "what works".' Donald P. Green , Columbia University, USA How can governments persuade citizens to act in socially beneficial ways? Thaler and Sunstein's book Nudge drew on work from behavioural economics to claim that citizens might be encouraged through 'light touch interventions' (i.e.nudges) to take action.This ground-breaking successor to Nudge is now available in paperback, with a new preface.In it, Peter John and his colleagues argue that an alternative approach to nudge also needs to be considered, based on what they call a 'think' strategy. Their core idea is that citizens should themselves deliberate and decide their own priorities as part of a process of civic and democratic renewal.The authors not only set out these divergent approaches in theory but they offer evidence from a series of experiments to show how using techniques from 'nudge' or 'think' repertoires work in practice and how that practice is made effective.

Jake Boulder embarks on a gripping personal mission that pits him against a relentless professional killer. As the tension escalates, readers are drawn into a fast-paced narrative filled with suspense and action. The story showcases Boulder’s determination and resourcefulness as he navigates dangerous encounters, making it a thrilling ride from start to finish.

Focusing on democratic innovations globally, this book explores various approaches and their implications for enhancing democratic theory and practice. It highlights successful examples and offers insights that aim to inform future developments in democratic governance. Through this examination, the work seeks to contribute to a deeper understanding of how democracy can evolve and adapt in contemporary society.

Explore the evolution of weaponry through a detailed examination of Civil War arms in this visually appealing, full-color reference book. It features comprehensive cataloging of various weapons, highlighting their design and historical significance, making it a valuable resource for enthusiasts and historians alike.

Written by bestselling author, screenwriter, and producer Grahame-Smith (The Lego Batman Movie; Stephen King's It), this is a hilarious must-read for any horror movie fan--and it just might save his or her life.life.

A bestselling introductory course that covers all the key areas of Statistics including graphs, data interpretation, spreadsheets, regression, correlation and probability.