Equality: From Theory to Action

by John Baker

How can egalitarian ideals be put into action? This ground-breaking book sets out a new interdisciplinary model for equality studies. Integrating normative questions about the ideal of equality with empirical issues about the nature of inequality, it applies a new framework to a wide range of contemporary inequalities. Proposing far-reaching changes in the economy, politics, law, education and research practices, it sets out innovative political strategies for achieving those aims. It is an invaluable resource for both academics and activists.

332 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2004

About the author

John Baker is Associate Professor in Equality Studies at University College Dublin.

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Reviews

[Ehm]

This book is a must read for any social justice activist, intersectional feminist, egalitarian, politically radical person, and anyone interested in seeing our society functioning differently than it does today. A heavy academical text, but warmly recommended.

[Sherry]

Offers some interesting perspectives, but on the whole I found it fairly academic and not the easiest read.