Power, Greg
Inside the Political Mind: The Human Side of Politics and How It Shapes Development
- ISBN 13:
- 9781805260516
- author:
- Power, Greg
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 3.7 x 15 x 15 centimetres (0.60
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Third World Development,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Inside the Political Mind: A New Approach to Understanding and Reforming Politics. Greg Power's insightful exploration of how social norms, public expectations, and personal interests shape political development offers a fresh perspective on the complexities of politics. Drawing on his extensive experience working with politicians in over sixty countries, he reveals how institutions can be influenced by informal fixes and reciprocal logic, which can both hinder and help reform efforts. By combining insights from behavioural economics, change management, and comparative politics, Power argues for a different approach to political reform that focuses on the existing logic of human behaviour. This thought-provoking book invites readers to consider the inner workings of the political mind and how they impact development in states around the world. With its unique blend of theoretical perspectives and real-world examples, Inside the Political Mind is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the intricacies of politics and its role in shaping development.