The Third Way and its Critics
1. Auflage Februar 2000
200 Seiten, Softcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd
The idea of finding a 'third way' in politics has become a focus of
discussion across the world. Political leaders, in the US, Europe,
Asia and Latin America claim to be following its principles. Yet
the notion has also attracted much criticism. Some say it is an
empty concept without any real content. Critics from the more
traditional left argue that it is a betrayal of left-wing ideals.
Anthony Giddens's The Third Way (Polity Press, 1998) is
regarded by many as the key text of third way politics. Translated
into twenty-five languages, it has shaped the development of the
third way. In this new book Giddens responds to the critics, and
further develops the ideas set out in his earlier volume. Far from
being unable to deal with inequalities of wealth and power, he
shows, third way politics offers the only feasible approach to
these issues. The work is indispensable for anyone who wants to
understand the most important political debate going on today.
Anthony Giddens is the Director of the London School of Economics
and Political Science. He is the author or editor of over thirty
books. His previous works, especially Beyond Left and Right
(Polity Press, 1994) have influenced debates about the future of
social democracy in many countries across the world. Frequently
referred to in the UK as Tony Blair's guru, Giddens has made a
strong impact on the evolution of New Labour.
1. The Third Way and its Critics.
2. Social Democracy and the Third Way.
3. Government, the State and Economic Strategy.
4. The Question of Inequality.
5. Taking Globalisation Seriously.
ways. The debate about the Third Way is vital to politics in the
21st century. This book is an important contribution to the
debate.' Tony Blair, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
'This is a crucial period for the European Union. We need new
thinking about democracy and economic development. Tony Giddens
gives us some vital clues about how to achieve these aims.'
Romano Prodi, President of the European Commission
'The third way debate has become a truly world-wide one,
affecting all countries. It has shown a convergence of ideas,
together with a diversity of policies. This book marks a major
further development in the evolution of the left.' Fernando
Henrique Cardoso, President of Brazil
'Anthony Giddens has done more than most to insert globalization
into the modern-day political vocabulary. His The Third Way and
its Critics is essential reading for anyone wanting to
understand new Labour.' Mark Perryman, New Statesman
'Giddens aims his new book specifically at critics on the left.
It begins with an excellent summary of their views: with impressive
honesty they are forcefully advanced rather than caricatured ...
This book is written in a lively manner and discusses much
interesting and important material.' Democratization
