""The Economic Waste of Sin"" explores the profound intersection between moral conduct and financial health, presenting a compelling argument for the tangible costs of ethical failure. Written by Lahman Forrest Bower, this work examines how societal behaviors commonly classified as ""sins""-ranging from crime and vice to systemic negligence-impose a staggering burden on the economy and the general welfare of the public. Bower posits that moral improvement is not merely a spiritual or individual pursuit but a vital economic necessity for the continued progress of civilization.
The text seeks to quantify the losses incurred through various social ills, highlighting the potential for collective prosperity that could be realized if ethical principles were more rigorously integrated into daily life and governance. This historical study provides a unique window into the early 20th-century social gospel movement and the application of religious values to secular management and sociology. By framing morality through the lens of efficiency and resource management, ""The Economic Waste of Sin"" remains a thought-provoking analysis for those interested in the history of economic thought, Christian ethics, and the social impact of personal and collective behavior.
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Lahman Forrest Bower Imprint: Tradd Street Press Dimensions:
Height: 234mm,
Width: 156mm,
Spine: 18mm
Weight: 567g ISBN:9781025480213 ISBN 10: 102548021X Pages: 280 Publication Date:14 February 2026 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active