“This is a succinct and accessible introduction to the work of Zygmunt Bauman. Focusing mainly on the last two decades of Bauman’s life, Carlo Bordoni offers an insightful take that successfully combines analysis of Bauman’s key theoretical contributions with thought-provoking vignettes from his life. This book should appeal to a wider audience.” —Siniša Malešević, Professor of Comparative Historical Sociology, University College, Dublin and CNAM, Paris, France.“Bordoni’s book is a lively and comprehensive depiction of Zygmunt Bauman’s work. It is also a timely reappraisal of his key contribution to social analysis: the notion of “liquid modernity.” Bordoni finely recalls how Bauman foresaw the downfall of rationality as he contemplated the dissolving forces an unbridled individualism keeps exerting on capitalist societies.” —Albert Ogien, Emeritus Research Director, CNRS, Paris, France.“Zygmunt Bauman used famously to welcome visitors into his sitting room for conversation and conviviality. Carlo Bordoni now takes over this role. He welcomes readers old and new to imbibe, enjoy, ponder and puzzle over liquid times and their results. He is the Welcome Stranger. This is a fascinating study.” —Peter Beilharz, La Trobe University, Australia.“A timely testimony to the achievement of one of the greatest social philosophers of the 20th century.” — Rein Raud, Tallinn University, Estonia.
