Capital in the Twenty-First Century

(Author) Thomas Piketty
Format: Hardcover
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The main driver of inequality--returns on capital that exceed the rate of economic growth--is again threatening to generate extreme discontent and undermine democratic values. Thomas Piketty's findings in this ambitious, original, rigorous work will transform debate and set the agenda for the next generation of thought about wealth and inequality.

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Publisher:
Harvard University Press
Format:
Hardcover
Number of pages:
None
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780674430006
Publish year:
2014
Publish date:
April 15, 2014

Thomas Piketty

Thomas Piketty is a French economist known for his work on wealth and income inequality. He is the author of the bestselling book "Capital in the Twenty-First Century," which explores the historical and economic patterns of inequality. Piketty's research has had a significant impact on the field of economics and has sparked important debates on the distribution of wealth and the role of government in addressing inequality. His writing style is academic and data-driven, making complex economic concepts accessible to a wider audience. Piketty's work has been influential in shaping public policy discussions and has solidified his reputation as a leading voice on economic inequality.

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