The Future Is Now

An Introduction to Prefigurative Politics

Eleonora Gea Piccardi, Laura Centemeri, Aris Komporozos-Athanasiou , Francesca Forno (Università degli Studi di Trento)

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English

Bristol University Press
01 March 2024

Sociology; Socialism & left-of-centre democratic ideologies; Political activism

Series: Alternatives to Capitalism in the 21st Century

The gloomy prospect of climate change and ecosystems' collapse calls for an urgent rethinking of all aspects of our life: how we work, produce, eat, spend, take care of each other, relate to nature, and organize our societies.

Prefigurative initiatives are attracting a growing amount of attention from scholars and activists precisely because they are envisioning alternative futures by embodying radically different ways of living in the present.

Thanks to the contribution of leading researchers, 'The Future is Now' represents the go-to book for anyone seeking a comprehensive, state-of-the-art, and thought-provoking introduction to the thriving field of prefigurative politics.

Contributions by: Eleonora Gea Piccardi, Laura Centemeri, Aris Komporozos-Athanasiou, Francesca Forno (Università degli Studi di Trento), Mikko Laamanen (Oslo Metropolitan University)
Imprint: Bristol University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
ISBN: 9781529215663
ISBN 10: 1529215668
Series: Alternatives to Capitalism in the 21st Century
Pages: 276
Publication Date: 01 March 2024
Audience: Professional and scholarly , General/trade , Undergraduate , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Lara Monticelli is Assistant Professor and Marie Skłodowska-Curie fellow at Copenhagen Business School in Denmark.

Reviews for The Future Is Now: An Introduction to Prefigurative Politics

In times of rapidly deepening multiple crises, radical emancipatory alternatives are needed more than ever. Opponents of such a systemic change often argue that alternatives are not viable. This fascinating volume shows that this is simply not true. Prefiguration is key if we are to rethink what the good life means and how we can get there. Ulrich Brand, University of Vienna Unpacking the actual and potential contribution of prefigurative politics, this edited volume reinvigorates and bridges ongoing debates on social movements, grassroots activism and alternative futures. Flor Avelino, Utrecht University