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The Economics of Arrival

Ideas for a Grown-Up Economy
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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

Author Biography:

Jeremy Williams is an independent writer and campaigner. He studied journalism and international relations and specialises in communicating social and environmental issues to a mainstream audience. He has worked on projects for Oxfam, RSPB, WWF, Tearfund and many others, and is a co-founder of the Postgrowth Institute. His award-winning website (makewealthhistory.org) was ranked Britain’s number one green blog in 2018 Katherine Trebeck is a researcher and advocate for a new economic paradigm and is based in Scotland. She has many years' experience, including as Knowledge and Policy Lead for the Wellbeing Economy Alliance and over eight years for Oxfam GB. She has a PhD in Political Science from the Australian National University and honorary posts with the University of Strathclyde and the University of the West of Scotland. Her work has ranged from construction of a new measure of progress for Scotland to rapporteur for Club de Madrid's Shared Societies and Sustainability project.
Release date NZ
January 15th, 2019
Audiences
  • General (US: Trade)
  • Professional & Vocational
Illustrations
No
Pages
224
ISBN-13
9781447337263
Product ID
28246704

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