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  • Utopia for Realists

  • By: Rutger Bregman
  • Narrated by: Peter Noble
  • Length: 6 hrs and 32 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (2,234 ratings)

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Summary

We live in a time of unprecedented upheaval, when technology and so-called progress have made us richer but more uncertain than ever before. We have questions about the future, society, work, happiness, family and money, and yet no political party of the right or left is providing us with answers. So, too, does the time seem to be coming to an end when we looked to economists to help us define the qualities necessary to create a successful society.

We need a new movement. One defined by a young historian who can tell us the truth about how we got here. They'd be a political outsider, the voice of their generation, one who doesn't harness rage or agitate grievances but who provides us with the answers for which we've been looking. That person is Rutger Bregman, and his vision is Utopia for Realists.

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All politicians should read this!

I love his perspective, relate to his examples and research...and look forward to seeing how these actions progress in the world.
Inspiring read!

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radical rethink required. this is the plan


posrive change is upon us. and here are some answers. expertly argued and full of interesting case studies... a must for anyone yearning for radical change

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A man with an idea

The world needs people of vision and Rutger Bergman has a vision. Full of hope.

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Loved it - a real eye-opener

Brilliant. Very easily accessible even for people not used to this sort of book, made more so by the brilliant and passionate performance of Peter Noble.

My mind was blown from chapter 1. Definitely worth your time.

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A fresh outlook on existing ideals

All great ideas... nothing new but a fresh outlook and all in one place

Have one issue with the translation which talks only of "England" when it really means "Britain" especially where he should have referenced "Scottish" or "British" workers of Robert Owen... these were not "English" workers

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Outstanding

Alongside black box thinking the best nonfiction I've ever read. The ideas within could change the world.

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Hopeful!

In these days of Brexit, Trump and mindless GDP driven policy this book has given me a new hope for the future, we only have to create it!

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A must read for every citizen and government.

Any one caring about our long term future should read this book. we take society for granted and only see our short horizon. this book can open yiur eyes to longer trends and issues and help you embrace and accelerate change to a better future for all.

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Great ideas

love the book and what it entails. open your mind and enjoy the ride. recommended.

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fabulous motivating book

I heard about this book through a podcast. based on research. Well articulated. Well read. gives me hope. Bravo

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