The precariat
Guy Standing
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The precariat
by Guy Standing
Published
2011
Publisher
Bloomsbury Academic
Pages
198
ISBN-13
9781849663526
ISBN-10
1849663521
Description
"This book presents the Precariat an emerging class, comprising the rapidly growing number of people facing lives of insecurity, moving in and out of jobs that give little meaning to their lives. Guy Standing argues that this class is producing instabilities in society. Although it would be wrong to characterise members of the Precariat as victims, many are frustrated and angry. The Precariat is dangerous because it is internally divided, leading to the villainisation of migrants and other vulnerable groups. Lacking agency, its members may be susceptible to the siren calls of political extremism. To prevent a 'politics of inferno', Guy Standing argues for a 'politics of paradise', in which redistribution and income security are reconfi gured in a new kind of Good Society, and in which the fears and aspirations of the Precariat are made central to a progressive strategy."--Bloomsbury Publishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The precariat?
This edition of The precariat has approximately 198 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The precariat?
For most readers, The precariat typically takes between 4h 8m and 2h 45m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 49,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 18m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 49,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of The precariat?
The estimated word count for The precariat is approximately 49,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The precariat?
The precariat was written by Guy Standing.
When was The precariat published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2011. The original work may have been published on a different date.