Good Society
John Kenneth Galbraith
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Good Society
Published
1996
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Co.
Pages
152
ISBN-13
9780547349572
ISBN-10
0395713285
Description
In this tightly argued and eloquent book, the preeminent economist John Kenneth Galbraith presents the blueprint for a society that is compassionate to the less fortunate and economically feasible for all. He points the way toward the achievable goals for a "good society": personal liberty, basic well-being, racial and ethnic equality, and the opportunity for a rewarding life. However, this is no utopian approach to the economic challenges facing America; Galbraith recognizes human weakness, differences in ability and motivation, and the formidable obstacles facing those who challenge the status quo. Still, Galbraith's optimism shines through as he explains how we could establish a more humane world by shedding today's conventional wisdom about inflation, the deficit, taxes, and immigration, and by recognizing the immense value of education and environmental responsibility and the political action that the good society demands.
Subjects
Implementation of the Helsinki accords
The affluent society
Le capital au XXIe siècle
London Labour and the London Poor (Vol. I)
Unto This Last
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Good Society?
This edition of Good Society has approximately 152 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Good Society?
For most readers, Good Society typically takes between 3h 10m and 2h 7m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 38,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 32m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 38,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Good Society?
The estimated word count for Good Society is approximately 38,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Good Society?
Good Society was written by John Kenneth Galbraith.
When was Good Society published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1996. The original work may have been published on a different date.