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Book SynopsisA forceful argument against America's vicious circle of growing inequality by the Nobel Prize–winning economist.
Trade Review"Immensely important." -- Dante Chinni - Washington Post
"The single most comprehensive counterargument to both Democratic neoliberalism and Republican laissez-faire theories…Stiglitz’s contribution…to the public debate cannot be overestimated." -- Thomas B. Edsall - New York Times Book Review
"A model of clarity." -- Jared Bernstein - Rolling Stone
"A definitive examination of inequality’s effects not only on the economy, but on democracy and globalization." -- The Daily Beast
"An impassioned argument backed by rigorous economic analysis." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
"Stiglitz’s ideas in this book will prompt wide discussion and debate." -- Booklist