Wealth and Power: Philosophical Perspectives

This book explores the moral and political connections between wealth and power, placing the wealth-politics nexus at the center of scholarly analysis.

Format: Hardback
Length: 344 pages
Publication date: 15 November 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The book explores the complex relationship between wealth and power, examining the moral and political implications of unequal private property holdings in a capitalist economy. It delves into the historical roots of wealth inequality, the mechanisms that perpetuate it, and the impact it has on society.
The book explores the complex relationship between wealth and power, examining the moral and political implications of unequal private property holdings in a capitalist economy. It delves into the historical roots of wealth inequality, the mechanisms that perpetuate it, and the impact it has on society.

The book argues that political equality is not feasible in a capitalist economy due to the inherent disparities in private property holdings. It suggests that wealth inequality creates a power imbalance that undermines the democratic process and perpetuates social and economic inequality.

The book also offers alternative models for economic development that prioritize social justice and equality, such as progressive taxation, public ownership of key industries, and social welfare programs. It emphasizes the importance of political will and collective action to achieve these goals.

Overall, the book provides a comprehensive analysis of the wealth-politics nexus and offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities facing society in the 21st century.

The book explores the complex relationship between wealth and power, examining the moral and political implications of unequal private property holdings in a capitalist economy. It delves into the historical roots of wealth inequality, the mechanisms that perpetuate it, and the impact it has on society.

The book argues that political equality is not feasible in a capitalist economy due to the inherent disparities in private property holdings. It suggests that wealth inequality creates a power imbalance that undermines the democratic process and perpetuates social and economic inequality.

The book also offers alternative models for economic development that prioritize social justice and equality, such as progressive taxation, public ownership of key industries, and social welfare programs. It emphasizes the importance of political will and collective action to achieve these goals.

Overall, the book provides a comprehensive analysis of the wealth-politics nexus and offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities facing society in the 21st century.

Weight: 820g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032003191