People First Economics
People First Economics by David Ransom is the updated second edition of an anthology that explores radical perspectives on the economic crisis. Published by New Internationalist in 2010, this edition spans 253 pages and is presented in English. The book features contributions from a diverse group of authors, including notable figures such as Joseph Stiglitz, Walden Bello, and Jayati Ghosh, aiming to highlight a new economic model that prioritizes human needs over profit.
This anthology takes a critical look at the challenges posed by globalized capitalism and emphasizes the importance of placing people and the environment at the forefront of economic discussions. Readers will find essays and insights from twenty-three leading thinkers, including Noam Chomsky and Naomi Klein, who advocate for radical social, moral, and ecological changes. People First Economics serves as a platform for rethinking priorities in life and offers well-founded solutions to deep-rooted issues in society.
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This is the updated second edition of the acclaimed anthology of radical writing about the economic crisis. People First Economics sees a historic opportunity to build a new model with humans rather than profit at its heart. The book has been expanded to include new contributions by Joseph Stiglitz, Walden Bello, and Jayati Ghosh.
Features the work of twenty three leading authors and experts including Noam Chomsky, Barbara Ehrenreich, Naomi Klein, and George Monbiot.
People First Economics takes a long, hard look at the mess globalized capitalism is in, and shifts the focus back to where it belongs – putting the needs of people and the environment first.
Vanessa Baird and David Ransom have gathered a passionate group of writers, activists, leaders and thinkers to seize this opportunity to replace deep-rooted problems with well-founded solutions.
This book is about more than economics. It’s about radical changes that are social, moral and ecological, and it provides the opportunity to rethink what really matters in life.
David Ransom and Vanessa Baird are co-editors of New Internationalist magazine.
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