Growth

A Reckoning

Daniel Susskind

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Allen Lane
09 April 2024

Economics & Business; Economic theory & philosophy; Political economy; Economic history

A revelatory account of the past, present, and future of economic growth - and how we should rethink it

Over the past two centuries, economic growth has freed billions from poverty and made our lives far healthier and longer. As a result, the unfettered pursuit of growth defines economic life around the world. Yet this prosperity has come at an enormous price- deepening inequalities, destabilizing technologies, environmental destruction and climate change.

Confusion reigns. For many, in our era of anaemic economic progress, the worry is slowing growth - in the UK, Europe, China and elsewhere. Others understandably claim, given its costs, that the only way forward is through 'degrowth', deliberating shrinking our economies.

At this time of uncertainty about growth and its value, award-winning economist Daniel Susskind has written an essential reckoning. In a sweeping analysis full of historical insight, he argues that we cannot abandon growth but shows instead how we must redirect it, making it better reflect what we truly value. He explores what really drives growth, and offers original ideas for combatting our economic slowdown.

Lucid, thought-provoking and brilliantly researched, Growth- A Reckoning is a vital guide to one of our greatest preoccupations.

By: Daniel Susskind
Imprint: Allen Lane
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 233mm, Width: 153mm, Spine: 25mm
Weight: 498g
ISBN: 9780241703137
ISBN 10: 0241703131
Pages: 336
Publication Date: 09 April 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Daniel Susskind is a Research Professor in Economics at King's College London and a senior research associate at the Institute for Ethics in AI at Oxford University. He is the author of A World without Work and co-author of the bestselling The Future of the Professions. Previously, he worked in the British government, as a policy adviser in the Prime Minister's Strategy Unit, the Cabinet Office, and at 10 Downing Street.