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8. Conclusion: The Aftermath of Neoliberalism and the Future of the Left

Author : Alessandro Gandini

Published in: The Reputation Economy

Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan UK

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Abstract

This conclusive chapter returns to reflect on how the various instances discussed insert in the broader neoliberal labour market of the knowledge economy and how these impact a number of aspects—first and foremost, the notion of class. The chapter discusses further implications of this study and particularly looks at what political insights can be taken from the Left in order to interpret how work is evolving within such a changing scenario.

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Title: Conclusion: The Aftermath of Neoliberalism and the Future of the Left
Author: Alessandro Gandini
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan UK
Book: The Reputation Economy
Print ISBN: 978-1-137-56105-3

Electronic ISBN: 978-1-137-56107-7

Copyright Year: 2016
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1057/978-1-137-56107-7_8