Comparonomics

Unlock the mystery of modern prosperity with 'Comparonomics,' a thought-provoking exploration that challenges conventional economics and delves into the way we perceive wealth and progress. Authored by Grant J Ryan, this compelling paperback offers 286 insightful pages that dissect why, despite living in the richest era in history, many individuals in affluent countries still feel dissatisfied and disconnected. Through innovative tools and analytical insights, 'Comparonomics' presents an eye-opening perspective on happiness and well-being, revealing that traditional metrics such as economic growth and social mobility may not be the keys to improved life satisfaction that we once believed. Instead, this enlightening book offers alternative strategies aimed at enhancing our understanding of progress and emotional fulfillment in today's complex world. With dimensions of 140 x 216 mm, this publication, released on 22nd February 2022 by Big Idea Publishing Company, is a must-read for anyone seeking clarity in the midst of economic chaos. Ryan, with his unique background as a mechanical engineer and ecological economist, invites readers to re-evaluate their assumptions about wealth and happiness. Elevate your understanding of societal progress and personal fulfillment with 'Comparonomics'—your roadmap to navigating the intricacies of life in the wealthiest era ever lived.

Author: Grant J Ryan Publisher: Big Idea Publishing Company
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 140 x 216 mm
Pages: 286
Publication Date: 22-02-2022

You and most people around you are likely to be in the wealthiest 1% who have ever lived. Yet why, for so many people in rich countries, does progress not make us feel better? With the help of a new tool, Comparonomics delves into the factors that make us feel bad and reaches some surprising conclusions. Not only are we much better off than we - or the economists - think we are, but the things we aim for like economic growth, improved social mobility, and equality don’t impact most of the feel-bad factors. In other words, we’re feeling worse than we ought to, and we’re doing too many of the wrong things to feel better. With its surprisingly simple tool, Comparonomics shows just how wrong conventional economics is about progress, what impact this has on our lives and offers readers some strategies for making sense of our modern world. Grant J Ryan is the son of an Invercargill chicken farmer who ended up a hopelessly addicted inventor. He has founded several technology companies, an opensource project to protect native species, and has worked as an advisor to the New Zealand Government. Grant has a degree in mechanical engineering and a PhD in ecological economics.