A Joosr Guide to... Capital in the Twenty-First Century by Thomas Piketty

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Capitalism has been the driving force behind our economy for centuries, but its power brings issues with it. If you feel like you are being left behind while the rich get richer, understanding how capitalism creates wealth inequality will expose what can be done to change that.

Capital in the Twenty-First Century is an eye-opening look at the dominant power of capitalism throughout modern history. Thomas Piketty has gathered data showing trends from all over the world, illustrating the resilience, momentum and earning power of the system. Offering radical ideas for changing the international economy, the book stands as a warning that if reform doesn't come soon then wealth inequality will only continue to grow, making it harder for the lower and middle classes to control their own financial destinies.

You will learn:

What wealth inequality is, how it works, and why it's dangerous

How capitalism's momentum makes it such a naturally unstoppable force

What needs to change in order to limit capitalism's ever-growing power.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Joosr
• Release date: May 26, 2015
• ISBN: 9781785670381

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What’s it about?

Capitalism is a powerful force in the economy with a long history of making money for hard-working entrepreneurs and putting that money back into the economy. With roots stretching back to the fourteenth century, this economic system has been central to the building, enhancing, and sustaining of many markets worldwide. Economists throughout the ages have discussed and endorsed capitalism, and the system shows no sign of going anywhere soon. However, whilst it is clear that the system is both fascinating and successful, it faces an ever-looming, ever-growing threat from wealth inequality.

Thomas Piketty’s Capital in the Twenty-First Century is an in-depth look at the issues capitalism raises. It outlines the very fundamentals of capitalism, showing how an unchecked capitalist economy could lead to a dangerously wide chasm between the middle and upper classes. Each assertion is backed up with data acting as evidence of previous trends, as well as formulas to help track statistics and identify problem areas.

Once the problem has been established, Piketty then offers a revolutionary solution that, if implemented, would change the face of capitalism and economies