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A New York Times BestsellerA Wall Street Journal BestsellerA New York Times Notable Book of 2020A New York Times Book Review Editors ChoiceShortlisted for the Financial Times and McKinsey Business Book of the YearA New Statesman Book to ReadFrom economist Anne Case and Nobel Prize winner Angus Deaton, a groundbreaking account of how the flaws in capitalism are fatal for America's working classDeaths of despair from suicide, drug overdose, and alcoholism are rising dramatically in the United States, claiming hundreds of thousands of American lives. Anne Case and Angus Deaton explain the overwhelming surge in these deaths and shed light on the social and economic forces that are making life harder for the working class. As the college educated become healthier and wealthier, adults without a degree are literally dying from pain and despair. Case and Deaton tie the crisis to the weakening position of labor, the growing power of corporations, and a rapacious healthcare sector that redistributes workingclass wages into the pockets of the wealthy. This critically important book paints a troubling portrait of the American dream in decline, and provides solutions that can rein in capitalism's excesses and make it work for everyone.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Deaths of Despair and the Future of Capitalism'? A: The book explores the rising deaths of despair in the United States due to suicide, drug overdose, and alcoholism, and how capitalism's flaws disproportionately affect the working class.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The authors are Anne Case, an economist, and Angus Deaton, a Nobel Prize-winning economist.
- Q: What are some accolades received by this book? A: It has been recognized as a New York Times Bestseller, a Wall Street Journal Bestseller, and a New York Times Notable Book of 2020, among other honors.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 336 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Deaths of Despair and the Future of Capitalism'? A: The book was published on March 2, 2021.
- Q: What format is this book available in? A: This book is available in paperback format.
- Q: What is the book's category? A: The book falls under the category of Suicide.
- Q: Is 'Deaths of Despair and the Future of Capitalism' suitable for academic purposes? A: Yes, the book provides a comprehensive analysis of economic and social issues, making it suitable for academic study and discussion.
- Q: What solutions does the book suggest for the issues it addresses? A: The authors propose solutions aimed at reining in capitalism's excesses to make it more equitable and beneficial for the working class.
- Q: Can this book be helpful for understanding current social issues? A: Yes, it offers insights into the economic and social forces affecting the working class, making it relevant for understanding contemporary social issues.