In the Ruins of Neoliberalism: The Rise of Antidemocratic Politics in the West (The Wellek Library Lectures)
by Wendy Brown
Wendy Brown's 'In the Ruins of Neoliberalism: The Rise of Antidemocratic Politics in the West,' based on the Wellek Library Lectures, investigates how the crumbling of neoliberal structures has fostered antidemocratic movements. It explores the ideological shifts driving political transformations in Western societies, revealing the deep links between economic doctrines and threats to democracy.
About This Book
In the Ruins of Neoliberalism analyzes the erosion of neoliberal principles and their unintended consequences on Western political landscapes. Wendy Brown delivers insights from her Wellek Library Lectures, highlighting the emergence of antidemocratic tendencies.
The book traces how neoliberalism's failures have paved the way for authoritarian impulses, reshaping governance and public discourse in the West.
Through rigorous examination, Brown connects economic ideologies to broader societal disruptions, offering a critical perspective on contemporary politics.
This lecture series provides a framework for understanding the tensions between market-driven policies and democratic ideals.
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