Book description
Frontlash/Backlash: The Audiobook
Jeffrey C. Alexander, distinguished American sociologist and architect of the "strong program" in cultural sociology, presents a compelling analysis of contemporary social dynamics in this essential audiobook. Alexander's examination of post-Cold War societal trajectories challenges prevailing assumptions about linear progress and democratic consolidation.
The audiobook format proves particularly effective for Alexander's argument, allowing listeners to absorb his sophisticated theoretical framework while engaging with real-world applications. His central thesis posits that progressive social movements-anti-racism, feminism, open immigration-function as "frontlash" forces, generating significant cultural tensions that provoke reactionary "backlash" responses.
Alexander's analysis demonstrates how reform movements challenge both material and ideological foundations, disrupting established meanings that traditional groups consider essential to their identity. This dynamic creates what he terms a "car crash" model of social change, where forward momentum generates proportional reactionary forces.
The audiobook effectively explores the global proliferation of powerful backlash movements across the United States, Europe, and India, examining their impact on democratic institutions and civil society. Alexander's narrative maintains that while democratic civil spheres have demonstrated resilience against these challenges, their continued viability remains uncertain.
This audiobook succeeds in presenting complex sociological theory in an accessible format, making Alexander's insights available to both academic and general audiences. The production quality supports the intellectual rigor of the content, creating an engaging listening experience that illuminates contemporary political and social tensions.
Alexander's work provides essential listening for anyone seeking to understand current global political dynamics and the underlying mechanisms driving social change.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience