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shermreads's review
3.0
as we two-step-forward-one-steps-back out of this dreadful period, it seems abundantly clear that nothing will return to normal. but in this rupture, Shafik sees promise; in this book, he deconstructs our pre-existing social contract and provides feasible, data-supported alternatives in the hopes of landing on a kinder, more sustainable future.
the introduction felt like something I’ve been needing to hear for the past two years, as I’ve gone from hoping things return to normal to knowing that our normal was hardly even that. unfortunately though, the rest of the book felt somewhat flat as it didn’t present me with anything particularly new.
the introduction felt like something I’ve been needing to hear for the past two years, as I’ve gone from hoping things return to normal to knowing that our normal was hardly even that. unfortunately though, the rest of the book felt somewhat flat as it didn’t present me with anything particularly new.
attentionbore's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
xcinnamonsugar's review
5.0
A brilliant and insightful read, I learnt so much from this one. Shafik examines how the social contract varies across countries and cultures, focusing on several key subjects like childcare, healthcare, and education. She also suggests how policies can be structured to create a more equitable society. I’d love to read more of her work to better understand some of the ideas mentioned.
dilchh's review against another edition
3.0
Would have been a great book for me, if I had been more interested in the topic, or if the narration in the book doesn’t remind me too much about my line of work. It would have been better of read by someone that is not me, who gave up too easily in reading this book.
sskalon's review
informative
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
A very useful book, with great proposals. I found it to be a bit too general and London-based, especially with a focus on LSE. I recommend the book though, a must-read.
jamieterv's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
3.5
Full disclosure, I don’t normally read political science books, so my rating may be wildly off. Great ideas from this London, economist and academic. I also found some really interesting examples and evidence throughout. However, it felt as though the examples weren’t plentiful enough as I frequently wondered if I was rereading something that I had already visited. The author laid out most of the premises early on, which then led to the later expansions of ideas feeling a little thin. Overall, I enjoyed reading it, and could see where it could be very useful in the creation and guidance of future education and policies.
kaysquireads's review
3.0
Listened to this as an audio book, but that edition isn’t on GR. Overall, it was a fascinating and eye opening near-dissertation on a modern social contract. I didn’t realize what I’d purchased at first and thought I got “What we owe to each other” and was going to deep dive into philosophy. But I was still pleasantly surprised! As an audio book it had its dry moments… May have been a better book to read in several sittings. It was completely jam packed with data over so many topics that it almost could’ve been a series of podcasts or documentaries. Still very well done.