{"title":"Angela Davis","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the provocative and insightful works of Angela Davis, a renowned political activist, scholar, and author known for her unwavering commitment to justice and equality. Her books delve into the complexities of modern society, challenging readers to rethink conventional perspectives and embrace transformative change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn her influential book, \u003cem\u003eAre Prisons Obsolete?\u003c\/em\u003e, Davis argues for the abolition of the prison system as we know it, encouraging readers to consider alternatives to incarceration that are more humane and effective. Her thought-provoking analysis invites a broader discourse on the role of punishment in society and its impact on marginalised communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother significant work, \u003cem\u003eFreedom Is A Constant Struggle\u003c\/em\u003e, seamlessly connects historical movements for equity and justice with today's struggles against oppression around the globe. Through this collection of essays, interviews, and speeches, Davis explores themes of race, gender, class, and international solidarity, urging readers to recognise the interconnectedness of our global fight for human rights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAngela Davis's works are a vital resource for those interested in Politics \u0026amp; Current Affairs, offering a penetrating exploration of the issues that shape our world. Engage with her writings to gain a deeper understanding of the ongoing struggles for social justice and the powerful role of collective action in creating a more equitable world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"are-prisons-obsolete-by-angela-davis-9781583225813","title":"Are Prisons Obsolete?","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the 1980s, prison construction and incarceration rates in the U.S. have been rising exponentially, evoking huge public concern about their proliferation, their recent privatisation, and their promise of enormous profits. But these prisons house hugely disproportionate numbers of people of colour, betraying the racism embedded in the system, while studies show that increasing prison sentences has had no effect on crime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHere, esteemed civil rights activist Angela Davis lays bare the situation and argues for a radical rethinking of our rehabilitation programmes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eAre Prisons Obsolete?\u003c\/em\u003e, Davis challenges the reader to consider the viability of the prison system and urges a re-evaluation of its role in society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46497303396588,"sku":"9781583225813","price":22.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19049843482751.jpg?v=1748516322"},{"product_id":"freedom-is-a-constant-struggle-by-angela-davis-9781608465644","title":"Freedom Is A Constant Struggle","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn these essays, interviews, and speeches, Angela Y. Davis illuminates connections between struggles against state violence and oppression throughout history and around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReflecting on the importance of black feminism, intersectionality, and prison abolitionism for today's struggles, Davis discusses the legacies of previous liberation efforts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShe highlights connections and analyses today's struggles against state terror, from Ferguson to Palestine. Facing a world of injustice, Davis challenges us to build the movement for human liberation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849140687084,"sku":"9781608465644","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/18676043482760.jpg?v=1759022178"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/angela-davis.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}