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Unto This Last by John Ruskin

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Book name: Unto This Last (2024)
Category: Economics
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Language: English
Publication data: Jan. 1, 1860, midnight
The book in question is a collection of essays that critique the economic theories of the time, advocating for a more ethical approach to economics that emphasizes the importance of social justice and the welfare of all individuals. The author argues against the reduction of human labor to mere commodities and the prioritization of wealth accumulation over the well-being of workers. Instead, the work proposes that the true purpose of the economy should be to ensure that all people can lead dignified and fulfilling lives, with fair distribution of wealth and consideration for the moral implications of economic decisions. The essays within challenge the reader to reconsider the values that underpin society's economic systems and to strive for a more compassionate and equitable world. The 11232nd greatest book of all time

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John Ruskin

John Ruskin

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