The Spirit Level

Unlock the transformative insights of inequality with 'The Spirit Level', a groundbreaking exploration of how economic disparities shape our society. This compelling B-format paperback, published by Penguin UK in 2011, dives deep into the roots of social issues and reveals the shocking truth: our well-being is intricately tied to equality. With 374 pages packed with research and evidence, this book answers critical questions like why mistrust is higher in the UK than in Japan and why American teenagers experience more challenges than their French counterparts. Discover how socio-economic divides manifest in everyday life, affecting everything from mental health to education. This updated edition includes a new chapter addressing the ongoing controversies, making it a must-read for anyone interested in social justice and community well-being. Join the conversation and learn how reducing inequality is not just essential for the less fortunate, but a pathway to healthier, happier societies for all. Ideal for students, activists, and anyone seeking to understand the dynamics of modern life, 'The Spirit Level' is the perfect addition to your personal library.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241954294
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2011
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 374


Description:
The most influential and talked about book on society in the last decade - now updated with a new chapter on the controversy the book has ignited. 'Profound . . . brave . . . transformative . . . its conclusion is simple- we do better when we're equal' Lynsey Hanley, Guardian Why do we mistrust people more in the UK than the Japanese do? Why do Americans have higher rates of teenage pregnancy than the French? What makes the Swedish thinner than the Australians? The answer in each case- inequality. This groundbreaking book, based on years of research, provides hard evidence to show- How almost everything - from life expectancy to mental illness, violence to illiteracy - is affected not by how wealthy a society is, but how equal it is That societies with a bigger gap between rich and poor are bad for everyone in them - including the well-off How we can find positive solutions and move towards a happier, fairer future Urgent, provocative and genuinely uplifting, The Spirit Level has been heralded as providing a new way of thinking about ourselves and our communities, and could change the way you see the world. 'A remarkable new book . . . the implications are profound' Will Hutton, Observer 'The evidence is hard to dispute' Economist 'A profoundly important book' Richard Layard, author of Happiness

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