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Wealth and Poverty

George Gilder
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Wealth and Poverty

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1982

Book Brief

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George Gilder

Wealth and Poverty

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1982
Book Details
Pages

365

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

1980s

Publication Year

1982

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Wealth and Poverty, George Gilder explores the dynamics of economic growth and prosperity. He emphasizes the role of creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit in driving wealth creation, while highlighting challenges faced by individuals experiencing poverty. Gilder advocates for policies that encourage enterprise and personal responsibility, aiming to bridge wealth gaps and enhance economic opportunity.

Informative

Inspirational

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.0

415 ratings

75%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

George Gilder's Wealth and Poverty offers a compelling defense of supply-side economics, praised for its optimistic view of entrepreneurship. Critics highlight its reliance on ideological arguments over empirical data and its dated economic theories. Readers appreciate its provocative insights but caution against its lack of statistical rigor.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Wealth and Poverty?

Readers who appreciate Wealth and Poverty by George Gilder likely enjoy economic theory and conservative perspectives on capitalism. They might also be interested in Capitalism and Freedom by Milton Friedman and Free to Choose by Milton and Rose Friedman, which explore similar themes of market-driven growth and individual freedom.

4.0

415 ratings

75%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

365

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

1980s

Publication Year

1982

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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