Riley, Jason L.
Maverick: A Biography of Thomas Sowell
- ISBN 13:
- 9781541619685
- author:
- Riley, Jason L.
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Basic Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 24 x 16.2 x 2.8 centimeters (0.3
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Politics, Public Policy,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Thomas Sowell, one of America's most important Black intellectuals, has been the subject of both praise and contempt for his writing on politics, economics, and social issues. Jason Riley's biography, Maverick, offers an in-depth exploration of Sowell's life and ideas. Born into a tumultuous home life, Sowell's academic journey was marked by both challenges and triumphs. He attended some of the country's most prestigious institutions, including Harvard and the University of Chicago, where he earned his doctorate in economics. Riley's biography follows Sowell's development from his early days as a young scholar to his emergence as a prominent voice on issues such as race, inequality, and economic policy. Through his writing, Sowell has had a lasting impact on the public discourse, with a body of work spanning over thirty books and countless columns and media appearances. This biography provides a nuanced introduction to Sowell's ideas and their significance in contemporary debates.
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