John Kenneth Galbraith
What’s inside
John Kenneth Galbraith’s ‘The Affluent Society’ critiques post-war American affluence, questioning economic priorities and the concept of ‘conventional wisdom’.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding the dynamics of post-war U.S. economy
- Questioning societal values and economic priorities
- Learning the impact of consumerism on society
- Gaining insights into economic inequality issues
Key Points
- Critique of American post-war affluence
- The concept of ‘conventional wisdom’
- Mismatch between private affluence and public squalor
- The need for revised economic priorities
- Analysis of consumer behavior
- Addressing economic inequality
Who’s it For
- Economists
- Policy Makers
- Sociologists
- History Buffs
- Social Critics
About the author
John Kenneth Galbraith was a prominent Canadian-American economist, public official, and diplomat known for his influential work in economic theory.