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PublisherBasic Books
ISBN-101541645634
ISBN-139781541645639
eBay Product ID (ePID)27038372275
Product Key Features
Book TitleDiscrimination and Disparities
Number of Pages320 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicPublic Policy / Economic Policy, Political Ideologies / Conservatism & Liberalism, Free Enterprise
Publication Year2019
GenrePolitical Science, Business & Economics
AuthorThomas Sowell
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.5 in
Item Weight21.2 Oz
Item Length9.6 in
Item Width6.4 in
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Intended AudienceTrade
Reviews"A sane, balanced and highly informeddiscussion of many of the central issues of the day."-- Washington Times, "Throughout his career, Thomas Sowell has been fearless in confronting uncomfortable facts about human nature and ill-conceived public policies. His new book, Discrimination and Disparities , is the latest in a long line of works that calmly but persuasively shatter myths and ideological beliefs about race, ethnicity, economics, history, and culture."-- New York Journal of Books, "Few works on politically explosive topics maintain such a consistent focus on empirical evidence while avoiding rhetorical jabs at opponents...those who cling to this dogma with religious fervor will likely avoid Sowell's fact-filled book like kryptonite. Folks with less dogmatic proclivities, however, would do well to peruse this concise work."-- American Thinker, "Everything Dr. Sowellwrites is worth reading, but this book couldn't be more timely. If there is anytopic that needs a strong dose of empirical data and common sense, it is thisone."-- Power Line, "In this provocative book, Thomas Sowell turns the tables on those who automatically link disparate outcomes to discrimination. He begins by focusing instead on the myriad of factors that need to come together for success. Before we can explain why people fall behind in life, we must first understand what life demands for success.... Native intelligence by itself does not guarantee success. Hard work is important, but nature can be capricious. Who knew that being first born is a persistent factor for success in life? The book is chock full of such pertinent observations, none of which reflect discrimination by anyone. The book is a wonderful short introduction to the thought of one of our most important social thinkers."-- Gerald P. O'Driscoll, Jr., Senior Fellow, CATO Institute, "Sowell's calm and calculated look at racial disparity in America is a stunning work of brevity and reason."-- Federalist, "[Sowell] writes on economics in a manner that is not only accessible, but also relevant and even riveting."-- The Conservative Woman, "Thomas Sowell's Discrimination and Disparities is must reading for anyone who wants to understand what drives economic and social inequality among different groups. Sowell has spent a career bringing clarity and insight to heated public policy discussions that too often lack both. And no topic today is more in need of the Sowell treatment than the one surrounding racial and ethnic disparities. You don't need a Ph.D. to understand this book, and having read it you will be far better informed than most of the academic and media elites sounding off on the subject." -- Jason Riley, author of Please Stop Helping Us and False Black Power?
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal339.2
Edition DescriptionEnlarged edition
SynopsisEconomic and other outcomes differ vastly among individuals, groups, and nations. Many explanations have been offered for the differences. Some believe that those with less fortunate outcomes are victims of genetics. Others believe that those who are less fortunate are victims of the more fortunate. Discrimination and Disparities gathers a wide array of empirical evidence to challenge the idea that different economic outcomes can be explained by any one factor, be it discrimination, exploitation, or genetics. This revised and enlarged edition also analyzes the human consequences of the prevailing social vision of these disparities and the policies based on that vision--from educational disasters to widespread crime and violence., An enlarged edition of Thomas Sowell's brilliant examination of the origins of economic disparities Economic and other outcomes differ vastly among individuals, groups, and nations. Many explanations have been offered for the differences. Some believe that those with less fortunate outcomes are victims of genetics. Others believe that those who are less fortunate are victims of the more fortunate. Discrimination and Disparities gathers a wide array of empirical evidence to challenge the idea that different economic outcomes can be explained by any one factor, be it discrimination, exploitation, or genetics. This revised and enlarged edition also analyzes the human consequences of the prevailing social vision of these disparities and the policies based on that vision--from educational disasters to widespread crime and violence.
LC Classification NumberE184.A1
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- 30. Mai. 2025
Didn’t realize it was a hardcover novel ...
Didn’t realize it was a hardcover novel which was great! Book has been used but in good condition with some light wear. Can’t wait to dive into the book. Thanks!Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 28. Mai. 2019
A very good read, so far . . . .
Half way through it and I've been fascinated. Great information, well written, all around a wonderful addition to your library if anthropology is your deal. It explains a lot about why and how the left uses "discrimination" statistics to influence how their communist ideas affect both the "poor" and the "rich" in this country. A very good read, so far . . . .Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 07. Jul. 2021
Excellent, all of his books should be read by everyone, regardless of political ideology
Excellent, Dr. Thomas always takes on Controversial subjects, with his hard hitting logic, which is based on diligent research.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 09. Mai. 2022
Great read
Wonderful book with great content.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 09. Feb. 2021
Sowell Tells it Like it Is
Thomas Sowell always explains complex issues in a simple manner. A great read!Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 27. Okt. 2020
Excellent read
Sowell is incredibly smart, and does a great job pointing out why "discrimination" often isn't discrimination at allBestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 15. Mai. 2025
In perfect shape! Thanks!...
In perfect shape! Thanks!Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 13. Mär. 2025
Hard read
Hard readBestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
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