“Over the span of man's history, although a phenomenal amount of education, persuasion, indoctrination and incantation have been devoted to the effort, ordinary people have never been quite persuaded that toil is as agreeable as its alternatives. Thus to take increased well-being partly in the form of more goods and partly in the form of more leisure is unquestionably rational.”
Written by economist John Kenneth Galbraith, this book delves into the economic and social implications of affluence, analyzing the shift from scarcity to abundance in post-war America. It examines the role of government in managing wealth distribution and the impact of consumerism on societal values. more
John Kenneth Galbraith was a renowned economist known for his research on economic cycles, market structures, and government policies. His works have had a profound impact on economic theory and policy practice. more
“Necessity is not merely the father of invention; it is the father of courage.”