Thomas Sowell
Wealth, Poverty and Politics: An International Perspective
- ISBN 13:
- 9780465096763
- author:
- Thomas Sowell
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Basic Books Enlarged ed edition
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 576
- Dimensions:
- 16 x 5.1 x 23.6 cm
- Genre:
- Business, Finance & Law, Economics, Economic Conditions, Thomas Sowell,Wealth, Poverty and Politics: An International Perspective,Basic Books,046509676X,Economics: Professional & General,Economics - General,Political Science,Politics / Current Events
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Wealth, Poverty and Politics by Thomas Sowell A comprehensive examination of the factors behind economic differences between nations and within nations, this book challenges prevailing assumptions and offers a fact-based study of the causes of economic disparities. Sowell critiques leading income redistributionists and presents a nuanced analysis of the relationship between economic policies and social outcomes. Through a detailed examination of historical and contemporary data, Sowell reveals the impact of various factors, including geography, demographics, culture, and politics, on economic development. He also explores the consequences of counterproductive policies and creeds that have prolonged poverty and dependency. This book is a valuable contribution to the field of economics, offering new insights and analyses that subject many beliefs to the ultimate test of empirical evidence.