Utopia for Realists: And How We Can Get There

Every milestone of civilisation – from the end of slavery to the beginning of democracy – was once considered a utopian fantasy. In Utopia for Realists, Rutger Bregman shows that we can construct a society with visionary ideas that are, in fact, wholly implementable. New utopian ideas such as universal basic income and a fifteen-hour work week can become reality in our lifetime. From a Canadian city that once completely eradicated poverty, to Richard Nixon's near implementation of a basic income for millions of Americans, Bregman takes us on a journey through history, beyond the traditional left-right divides, as he introduces ideas whose time has come. “Rutger Bregman is the most exciting radical thinker of my generation. If you read him and you aren't thrilled, mentally expanded, and infused with hope, call for the undertaker - I suspect you've died. Oh - and did I mention he is a beautiful writer too?” – Johann Hari, Sunday Times bestselling-author of 'Lost Connections' Out now. Save 30% off when you buy it from bloomsbury.com