What's the economy for, anyway? : why it's time to stop chasing growth and start pursuing happiness
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Published
New York : Bloomsbury Press, 2011.
Format
Book
Edition
1st U.S. ed.
Physical Desc
ix, 292 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
Status
Main Library - Adult
330.973 De G
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330.973 De G
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Published
New York : Bloomsbury Press, 2011.
Edition
1st U.S. ed.
Language
English
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Description
"What's The Economy For, Anyway? is a thought-provoking, funny, readable, anti-ideological book based on the cult hit film of the same name. Here, scholars John de Graaf (author of Affluenza) and David Batker tackle thirteen touchstone economic issues and challenge readers to consider just what the point of our economy is. Emphasizing powerful American ideals such as working together, pragmatism, and equality for all, de Graaf and Batker set forth a simple, powerful goal for any economic system: the greatest good for the greatest number, over the longest run. Their vision will appeal to a wide array of readers across traditional silos. Drawing from this nation's rich economic history, the book shows that the good life in America is achieved when people and markets work together with an active government to create a better economy, one that works for everyone, not just the privileged few. Beginning by taking our fetish for GDP and shattering it, the chapters touch on quality of life, health, security, time management, worklife, leisure, social justice, and perhaps most important, sustainability. This sparkling, message-driven book is exactly what we need: a guide to what really matters, and how we can use the resources of our economy to make the world a better place"--,Provided by publisher.
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