Prosperity Without Growth: Economics for a Finite Planet
Prosperity Without Growth: Economics for a Finite Planet
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2009
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2009286
Book • Nonfiction
2000s
2009
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Prosperity Without Growth: Economics for a Finite Planet, Tim Jackson explores sustainable economic models that prioritize human well-being over relentless growth. Jackson critiques traditional growth-driven economies and proposes a framework for ecological balance, emphasizing improved life quality and reduced consumption to ensure environmental sustainability and equitable prosperity across diverse communities.
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Tim Jackson's Prosperity Without Growth offers a compelling critique of continual economic growth in a finite world, praised for its insightful analysis and progressive vision. Critics appreciate its blend of economic and ecological perspectives but note a lack of practical implementation strategies. Overall, it's a thought-provoking call for sustainable development reform.
Who Should Read Prosperity Without Growth: Economics for a Finite Planet?
Ideal for sustainability enthusiasts and critics of traditional economic models, readers of Prosperity Without Growth often appreciate Capital in the Twenty-First Century by Thomas Piketty for its economic insights and The Limits to Growth by Donella Meadows for its ecological perspective.
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Book • Nonfiction
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2009
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