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The Rational Optimist: How Prosperity Evolves
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?Ridley Writes With Panache, Wit, And Humor And Displays Remarkable Ingenuity In Finding Ways To Present Complicated Materials For The Lay Reader.? Los Angeles Timesin A Bold And Provocative Interpretation Of Economic History, Matt Ridley, The New York Timesbestselling Author Of Genome And The Red Queen, Makes The Case For An Economics Of Hope, Arguing That The Benefits Of Commerce, Technology, Innovation, And Changewhat Ridley Calls Cultural Evolutionwill Inevitably Increase Human Prosperity. Fans Of The Works Of Jared Diamond (Guns, Germs, And Steel), Niall Ferguson (The Ascent Of Money), And Thomas Friedman (The World Is Flat) Will Find Much To Ponder And Enjoy In The Rational Optimist.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Rational Optimist'? A: 'The Rational Optimist' explores the theme of economic hope, arguing that commerce, technology, and innovation lead to increased human prosperity.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Rational Optimist'? A: The author of 'The Rational Optimist' is Matt Ridley, a New York Times-bestselling author known for his works on science and economics.
- Q: When was 'The Rational Optimist' published? A: 'The Rational Optimist' was published on May 18, 2010.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'The Rational Optimist' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Rational Optimist'? A: 'The Rational Optimist' contains 448 pages.
- Q: What category does 'The Rational Optimist' fall under? A: 'The Rational Optimist' is categorized under Economic History.
- Q: Is 'The Rational Optimist' suitable for lay readers? A: Yes, the book is designed to present complicated materials in an accessible way for lay readers.
- Q: What kind of reviews has 'The Rational Optimist' received? A: 'The Rational Optimist' has received positive reviews, with praise for its engaging writing style and thought-provoking content.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: 'The Rational Optimist' is an illustrated edition, featuring visuals that complement the text.
- Q: What readers might enjoy 'The Rational Optimist'? A: Readers who enjoy works by authors like Jared Diamond, Niall Ferguson, and Thomas Friedman will likely find 'The Rational Optimist' engaging.