Forfatternes hovedpointe er, at der ses et sammenfald mellem graden af indkomstforskelle og omfanget af sociale og helbredsmæssige problemer i et samfund. Graden af lighed måles og fortolkes ud fra et stort antal indikatorer blandt et lands befolkning.
It is widely assumed that Americans care little about income inequality, believe opportunities abound, admire the rich, and dislike redistributive policies. Leslie McCall contends that such assumptions are based on both misleading survey data and past economic conditions. In fac…
In Class Dismissed, John Marsh debunks a myth cherished by journalists, politicians, and economists: that growing poverty and inequality in the United States can be solved through education. Using sophisticated analysis combined with personal experience in the classroom, Marsh n…
Zygmunt Bauman is one of the most original and influential social thinkers of our time. This new book focuses on social inequality.
A complete introduction to the history, evolution, and future of the modern city, this book covers a wide range of theory, including the significance of space and place, to provide a balanced account of why cities are an essential part of the global human experience. Covers a wi…