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The Affluent Society
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John Kenneth Galbraith'S Classic Investigation Of Private Wealth And Public Poverty In Postwar America.With Customary Clarity, Eloquence, And Humor, Harvard Economist John Kenneth Galbraith Gets At The Heart Of What Economic Security Means In The Affluent Society.Warning Against Individual And Societal Complacence About Economic Inequity, He Offers An Economic Model For Investing In Public Wealth That Challenges Conventional Wisdom (A Phrase He Coined That Has Since Entered Our Vernacular) About The Longterm Value Of A Productionbased Economy And The True Nature Of Poverty. Both Politically Divisive And Remarkably Prescient, The Affluent Society Is As Relevant Today On The Question Of Wealth In America As It Was In 1958.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Affluent Society' about? A: 'The Affluent Society' by John Kenneth Galbraith explores the relationship between private wealth and public poverty in postwar America, offering insights into economic security and societal complacency regarding inequality.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Affluent Society'? A: The author of 'The Affluent Society' is John Kenneth Galbraith, a prominent Harvard economist known for his work on economic issues and public policy.
- Q: When was 'The Affluent Society' published? A: 'The Affluent Society' was published on October 15, 1998, as an anniversary edition, although the original work was released in 1958.
- Q: What is the page count of 'The Affluent Society'? A: 'The Affluent Society' has a total of 288 pages, providing an in-depth analysis of economic conditions during its time.
- Q: What format is 'The Affluent Society' available in? A: 'The Affluent Society' is available in paperback format, making it accessible for readers who prefer physical books.
- Q: What are the main themes discussed in 'The Affluent Society'? A: The main themes of 'The Affluent Society' include economic inequality, the critique of production-based economies, and the importance of investing in public wealth.
- Q: Is 'The Affluent Society' suitable for readers without an economics background? A: Yes, 'The Affluent Society' is written with clarity and humor, making it accessible to readers without an economics background while still offering valuable insights.
- Q: How does 'The Affluent Society' relate to contemporary economic issues? A: 'The Affluent Society' remains relevant today as it addresses ongoing issues of wealth distribution and economic policy, encouraging readers to reconsider conventional economic wisdom.
- Q: What is the significance of the term 'conventional wisdom' in the book? A: The term 'conventional wisdom', coined by Galbraith, refers to widely accepted beliefs about the economy that he critiques in favor of a more nuanced understanding of wealth and poverty.
- Q: What type of readers would benefit from reading 'The Affluent Society'? A: Readers interested in economics, social issues, and public policy, as well as those who enjoy thought-provoking discussions on wealth and society, would benefit from reading 'The Affluent Society'.