Political Economy of Inequality

The growing gap between rich and poor people has become a defining issue of our time, and this book provides a comprehensive overview of the nature, causes, and consequences of this divide. It offers alternative public policies to narrow the gap and is essential reading for students, general readers, and scholars interested in inequality.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 05 April 2019
Publisher: Polity Press

Over the past few decades, the disparity between the earnings, assets, and living standards of the rich and the poor has widened in most countries. Economic inequality has emerged as a central concern of our time. In this comprehensive book, renowned political economist Frank Stilwell offers a thorough examination of the nature, origins, and implications of this expanding divide. He delves into understanding wealth and income inequalities on a global and national scale, analyzing the magnitude of the problem and its impact on our well-being. Furthermore, he demonstrates that while governments often prioritize "growth at all costs" and "trickle-down economics," alternative public policies exist that can help narrow the gap between the rich and the poor.

Stilwell's engaging and accessible guide to these issues is a must-read for students, general readers, and scholars interested in inequality in political economy, economics, public policy, and beyond.

Weight: 466g
Dimension: 226 x 152 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781509528653