Socio-Economic Divide

Material World Summary of Key Points

Material World: A Global Family Portrait’ by Peter Menzel is a photographic journey that captures the stark differences in living conditions around the world. In 30 different countries, families are photographed with their worldly possessions displayed outside of their homes. This book vividly illustrates the material disparities between nations and encourages readers to ponder about the meaning of happiness, necessity, and the global impact of consumerism.