{"product_id":"9780718197384","title":"The Price of Inequality","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003eThe Price of Inequality\u003c\/strong\u003e, Nobel laureate Joseph E. Stiglitz delves into the intricate relationship between economic disparity and democracy, presenting a compelling analysis of how inequality impacts society at large. Through a lens of macroeconomic theory and political science, Stiglitz argues that the growing chasm between the wealthy and the poor undermines not only economic growth but also the very fabric of democratic governance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStiglitz meticulously unpacks the structural factors contributing to inequality, revealing how policies favouring the affluent have exacerbated the plight of the middle and lower classes. Drawing on a wealth of data and real-world examples, he illustrates the far-reaching consequences of this inequality, from diminished opportunities to social unrest. The narrative challenges readers to rethink their understanding of economic success and its moral implications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Readers Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInsightful analysis of the intersections between economics and politics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAccessible writing style that engages both scholars and general readers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProvocative arguments that challenge conventional wisdom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOffers a hopeful perspective on potential reforms and solutions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is essential reading for those interested in political science, macroeconomics, and social justice. It resonates with readers who appreciate works such as \u003cstrong\u003eThe Great Divide\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eGlobalization and its Discontents\u003c\/strong\u003e, also penned by Stiglitz, which further explore the complexities of global economic systems. \u003cstrong\u003eThe Price of Inequality\u003c\/strong\u003e is not just a critique; it serves as a call to action for a more equitable society.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56240121282892,"sku":"9780718197384","price":17.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9780718197384_3ccb685e-e56a-45d9-8d71-e0582ca56bf1.webp?v=1765795220","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/en-ch\/products\/9780718197384","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}