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Economics of Arrival : Ideas for a Grown-Up Economy by Jeremy Williams and Katherine Trebeck (2019, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherBristol University Press
ISBN-101447337263
ISBN-139781447337263
eBay Product ID (ePID)2309428339
Product Key Features
Number of Pages224 Pages
Publication NameEconomics of Arrival : Ideas for a Grown-Up Economy
LanguageEnglish
SubjectPolitical Economy, Globalization, Development / Sustainable Development
Publication Year2019
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaPolitical Science, Business & Economics
AuthorJeremy Williams, Katherine Trebeck
FormatTrade Paperback
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Item Height0.1 in
Item Weight12.7 Oz
Item Length0.9 in
Item Width0.5 in
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Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
Reviews"It's a great book and a must-read for anyone who has recently become interested in environment, ecology, social justice and economics... the writing is fresh and accessible. It has helped me in my efforts to communicate the issues and possibilities to people who are not familiar with the need for limits and an end to aggregate growth." Feasta
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Table Of ContentForeword by Kate Raworth; Preface; 1 Introduction; 2 The fruits of growth; 3 Are the fruits of growth beginning to rot?; 4 Stockholm Syndrome; 5 Rushing past our stop; 6 Embracing Arrival and making ourselves at home; 7 What we might find in making ourselves at home; 8 Arrival and making ourselves at home in the real world; 9 Are we nearly there yet; 10 From individual initiatives to system change; 11 Choosing Arrival; 12 Conclusion;
SynopsisWhat do we want from economic growth? What sort of a society are we aiming for? In everyday economics, there is no such thing as enough, or too much, growth. Yet in the world's most developed countries, growth has already brought unrivalled prosperity: we have 'arrived'. More than that, through debt, inequality, climate change and fractured politics, the fruits of growth may rot before everyone has a chance to enjoy them. It's high time to ask where progress is taking us, and are we nearly there? In fact, Trebeck and Williams claim in this ground-breaking book, the challenge is now to make ourselves at home with this wealth, to ensure, in the interests of equality, that everyone is included. They explore the possibility of 'Arrival', urging us to move from enlarging the economy to improving it, and the benefits this would bring for all. Book jacket., What do we want from economic growth? What sort of a society are we aiming for? In everyday economics, there is no such thing as enough, or too much, growth. Yet in the world's most developed countries, growth has already brought unrivalled prosperity: we have 'arrived'. More than that, through debt, inequality, climate change and fractured politics, the fruits of growth may rot before everyone has a chance to enjoy them. It's high time to ask where progress is taking us, and are we nearly there yet? In fact, Trebeck and Williams claim in this ground-breaking book, the challenge is now to make ourselves at home with this wealth, to ensure, in the interests of equality, that everyone is included. They explore the possibility of 'Arrival', urging us to move from enlarging the economy to improving it, and the benefits this would bring for all., What do people and planet really need from the economy? Is quality of life undermined by the drive for economic growth at all costs? While everyday economics assumes all growth is good, the richest countries already have plenty of wealth and resources -- they have 'arrived'. But in pushing for more, wealthy countries could undermine these achievements and make it impossible for people elsewhere to escape poverty. In this provocative book, Trebeck and Williams describe a new challenge: a move from expansion to inclusion. Using global examples, they argue for an economy that delivers quality rather than quantity: an economy for everyone. 'In this provocative book, Trebeck and Williams describe a new challenge: a move from expansion to inclusion. Using global examples, they argue for an economy that delivers quality rather than quantity: an economy for everyone. This is a must read for anyone who cares about social justice, the future of the biosphere and our place in it. Trebeck and Williams challenges us to think about what we owe to future generations and raise serious questions about pursuing economic growth as an end goal. An important and timely book worthy of a broad audience and vibrant discussion.' -- Tim DiMuzio, University of Wollongong, ACF Habitat Magazine 'In the rush for more, the fruits of progress risk rotting before everyone has had a chance to enjoy them' - Kathrine Trebeck and Jeremy Williams, Open Democracy UK ' A remarkable book...an impressive guide for further reading and research.' -- Open Democracy, read full review here, In this ground-breaking book, Trebeck and Williams challenge us to make ourselves at home with economic wealth, to ensure that everyone is included. They explore the possibility of Arrival (TM), urging us to move from enlarging the economy to improving it, and the benefits this would bring for all.
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