The spirit level : why greater equality makes societies stronger
Summary
This eye-opening UK bestseller shows how one single factor--the gap between its richest and poorest members--can determine the health and well-being of a society. The authors also outline a new political outlook in which a shift from self-interested consumerism to a friendlier, more sustainable soci... Full description
Summary: |
This eye-opening UK bestseller shows how one single factor--the gap between its richest and poorest members--can determine the health and well-being of a society. The authors also outline a new political outlook in which a shift from self-interested consumerism to a friendlier, more sustainable society is paramount. |
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Item Description: |
Originally published in Great Britain by Allen Lane, 2009. |
Physical Description: |
xxi, 374 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm |
Bibliography: |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 312-342) and index. |
ISBN: |
9781608193417 1608193411 |
Author Notes: |
Kate Pickett is a professor of epidemiology at the University of York and a National Institute for Health Research career scientist. |