De Graaf, John. Batker, David
"What's The Economy For, Anyway? is a thought-provoking, funny, readable, anti-ideological book based on the cult hit film of the same name. Here, scholars John de Graaf (author of Affluenza) and David Batker tackle thirteen touchstone economic issues and challenge readers to consider just what the point of our economy is. Emphasizing powerful American ideals such as working together, pragmatism, and equality for all, de Graaf and Batker set forth a simple, powerful goal for any economic system: the greatest good for the greatest number, over the longest run. Their vision will appeal to a wide array of readers across traditional silos. Drawing from this nation's rich economic history, the book shows that the good life in America is achieved when people and markets work together with an active government to create a better economy, one that works for everyone, not just the privileged few. Beginning by taking our fetish for GDP and shattering it, the chapters touch on quality of life, health, security, time management, worklife, leisure, social justice, and perhaps most important, sustainability. This sparkling, message-driven book is exactly what we need: a guide to what really matters, and how we can use the resources of our economy to make the world a better place"--
2011
Perpustakaan Kuala Lumpur Perpustakaan Kuala Lumpur, Cawangan Taman Tun Dr Ismail Perpustakaan Kuala Lumpur, Cawangan Bandar Baru Sentul
ISBN
9781608195107
Excerpt:
Happiness -- United States
Relevance:
0.0000
Roberts, James A.
2011
Perpustakaan Kuala Lumpur Perpustakaan Kuala Lumpur, Cawangan Taman Tun Dr Ismail
ISBN
9780062093608
Excerpt:
Consumption (Economics) -- United States
Relevance:
0.0000
Carter, Graydon Risko, Robert
2009
Perpustakaan Jabatan
ISBN
9781605295954
Excerpt:
Celebrities -- United States -- Biography -- Miscellanea
Relevance:
0.0000
Carter, Graydon Risko, Robert
2009
Perpustakaan Kuala Lumpur
ISBN
9781605295954
Excerpt:
Celebrities -- United States -- Biography -- Miscellanea
Relevance:
0.0000
Carter, Graydon Risko, Robert
2009
Perpustakaan Kuala Lumpur, Cawangan Bandar Baru Sentul
ISBN
9781605295954
Excerpt:
Celebrities -- United States -- Biography -- Miscellanea
Relevance:
0.0000
Borchard, David C.
2008
ISBN
9780814480564
Excerpt:
Retirees -- United States -- Life skills guides.
Relevance:
0.0000
Wilkinson, Alec, 1952-
2007
ISBN
9781400065431
Excerpt:
Eccentrics and eccentricities -- United States -- Biography
Relevance:
0.0000
Gardner, Chris Troupe, Quincy
2006
ISBN
9780060744878
Excerpt:
Stockbrokers -- United States -- Biography
Relevance:
0.0000
Gardner, Chris Troupe, Quincy
2006
ISBN
9780060744878
Excerpt:
Stockbrokers -- United States -- Biography
Relevance:
0.0000
Gardner, Chris Troupe, Quincy
2006
Perpustakaan Kuala Lumpur
ISBN
9780060744878
Excerpt:
Stockbrocker -- United States -- Biography
Relevance:
0.0000
Wolf, Naomi.
2006
Perpustakaan Internet Bergerak Perpustakaan Jabatan
ISBN
9781844082445
Excerpt:
Teachers -- United States -- Biography.
Relevance:
0.0000