{"product_id":"elites-in-civil-society-niklas-altermark-9781526191656","title":"Elites in Civil Society: A Comparative Perspective","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhere civil society is often seen as a driving force for equality, this book addresses a challenging topic: civil society elites. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDrawing on a comprehensive study of Italy, Poland, Sweden, and the UK, this ground-breaking research investigates the often-overlooked power structures within civil society. By combining elite studies with civil society research, the book uncovers how a distinct civil society elite emerges and how it interacts with leaders in politics and business. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe findings reveal a fascinating paradox. While this elite may be a powerful engine for social change, its integration into wider power circles risks reproducing the very inequalities it seeks to dismantle. By exploring how this elite can become disconnected from its grassroots, the book provides essential insights into the future of civil society and its democratic promise.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Niklas Altermark,Malin Arvidson,Jayeon Lee\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1526191652\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781526191656\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Manchester University Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/28\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 208\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover","brand":"Niklas Altermark","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":48443041939711,"sku":"9781526191656","price":36.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_67581d8b-c64d-4127-aa9a-afa0344cdd1c.jpg?v=1777201461","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/elites-in-civil-society-niklas-altermark-9781526191656","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}