The Affluent Society

Updated with a New Introduction by the Author

John Kenneth Galbraith, John Kenneth Galbraith

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Penguin Books Ltd
05 August 1999

Economic theory & philosophy

""A compelling challenge to conventional thought"" New York Times In this newly updated edition of his classic text on the ""economics of abundance"", Galbraith lays bare the hazards of individual and social complacency about economic inequality. It is as relevant now, with the ever-widening gap between rich and poor, as when it was first published 40 years ago. Galbraith challenges why we worship work and productivity when so many of the goods we produce are superfluous, and why we grudge spending on public works while ignoring extravagance in the private sector. THE AFFLUENT SOCIETY exemplifies Galbraith's wit, clarity and eloquence of prose.

By: John Kenneth Galbraith
Introduction by: John Kenneth Galbraith
Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 5th Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 130mm, Spine: 16mm
Weight: 213g
ISBN: 9780140285192
ISBN 10: 0140285199
Pages: 288
Publication Date: 05 August 1999
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

John Kenneth Galbraith has written 30 books, spanning four decades. He has been awarded honorary degrees from Harvard, Oxford, the University of Paris and Moscow University. In 1998, he celebrated his 90th birthday. He continues to work as the Paul M Warburg Professor of Economics Emeritus at Harvard University.

Reviews for The Affluent Society: Updated with a New Introduction by the Author

This book has been called a masterpiece and its author an icon influence over economic thinking (the book originally published 40 years ago) has been immense; certainly his thinking has been prescient. Now revised and reissued, Galbraith's book, accessibly written and with sardonic humour apparent, can be appreciated by a new generation. Indeed, perhaps anyone aiming to be well informed about what comprises the world of business, money and economics should have a copy. If you read it in its original form it is worth revisiting; if not it is a must. (Kirkus UK)