Peter Block

Modern society is plagued by fragmentation. The various sectors of our communities--businesses, schools, social service organizations, churches, government--do not work together. They exist in their own worlds, as do so many individual citizens who long for connection but end up marginalized, their gifts overlooked, their potential contributions lost. This disconnection and detachment makes it hard if not impossible to envision a common future and work toward it together.

But there are many success stories of healthy communities. What Peter Block provides in this inspiring new book is an exploration of the exact way community can emerge from fragmentation. How does the transformation occur? What fundamental shifts are involved? He explores a way of thinking that creates an opening for authentic communities to exist and details what each of us can do to make that happen.

Citizens have the power to change the community story, to bring a new context into being. Written to support those who care for the well-being of their communities, this book shows how we can overcome isolation and anxiety and create communities alive with energy and possibility. It is for anyone who wants to be part of an organization, neighbourhood, city or country that works for all, and who have the faith and the energy to create such a place.