Licence to be Bad

Discover the provocative insights of **Licence to be Bad** by Jonathan Aldred, a compelling read that bridges economics and morality. In this thought-provoking book, Aldred examines how the perception of 'good' and 'bad' has evolved over the past fifty years. No longer are behaviors deemed harmful or wicked; they have become rationalized within our daily lives. This transformation, as Aldred argues, can be traced back to the influence of economic theory on our values and ethics. He explores how a shift in economic thought has permeated our decision-making processes, redefining our moral compass. With 320 pages of engaging content, this B-format paperback published by Penguin UK in 2020 serves as a crucial guide to understanding the interplay between economics and societal norms. Aldred asserts that while economics has ensnared our morals, this shift is not irreversible. Through **Licence to be Bad**, readers are equipped with the tools to challenge these changes and reclaim their ethical beliefs. This essential read is a must-have for anyone interested in the impact of economics on modern life. Ideal for students, academics, and casual readers alike. Enjoy **FREE shipping** on this title, but note that combined shipping with other products is not available. Allow up to 10 days for your book to arrive at your doorstep.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141986951
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 320


Description:
Over the past fifty years, the way we value what is 'good' and 'right' has changed dramatically. Behaviour that to our grandparents' generation might have seemed stupid, harmful or simply wicked now seems rational, natural, woven into the very logic of things. And, asserts Jonathan Aldred in this revelatory book, it's economics that's to blame.

Licence to be Bad tells the story of how a group of economics theorists changed our world, and how a handful of key ideas seeped into our decision-making and, indeed, almost all aspects of our lives. Aldred reveals the extraordinary hold of economics on our morals and values. Economics has corrupted us. But if this hidden transformation is so recent, it can be reversed. Licence to be Bad shows us where to begin.

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