Explore the compelling insights within 'The Political Economy of Inequality' by esteemed political economist Frank Stilwell. This brand new book (ISBN: 9781509528653, published in 2019 by John Wiley & Sons) dives deep into the critical issue of economic inequality that has sharply intensified over recent decades. Addressing the alarming rise in the income and wealth gap between the rich and poor, Stilwell offers a thorough examination of the nature, causes, and consequences of economic disparities at both global and national levels. With 224 pages of insightful analysis, this comprehensive guide stresses the impact of inequality on societal wellbeing and highlights the failures of current policies, such as 'trickle-down' economics, advocating for viable alternatives that promote a more equitable wealth distribution. Ideal for students, scholars, and anyone interested in understanding the intricacies of political economy and public policy, this book serves as an essential resource in the discourse on wealth inequality. Don't miss out on this pivotal reading that combines clarity with rigor to illuminate one of the most pressing issues in modern society. Shipping for this item is free, and please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509528653
Year: 2019
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 224


Description:
During the last few decades, the gap between the incomes, wealth and living standards of rich and poor people has increased in most countries. Economic inequality has become a defining issue of our age. In this book, leading political economist Frank Stilwell provides a comprehensive overview of the nature, causes, and consequences of this growing divide. He shows how we can understand inequalities of wealth and incomes, globally and nationally, examines the scale of the problem and explains how it affects our wellbeing. He also shows that, although governments are often committed to ˜growth at all costs™ and ˜trickle down™ economics, there are alternative public policies that could be used to narrow the gap between rich and poor. Stilwell™s engaging and clear guide to the issues will be indispensable reading for all students, general readers and scholars interested in inequality in political economy, economics, public policy and beyond.