Susskind Daniel Growth

A revelatory account of the past present and future of economic growth - and how we should rethink itOver the past two centuries economic growth has freed billions from poverty and made our lives far healthier and longer. As a result the unfettered pursuit of growth defines economic life around the world. Yet this prosperity has come at an enormous price: deepening inequalities destabilizing technologies environmental destruction and climate change. Resolving this growth dilemma best-selling economist Daniel Susskind argues is the urgent task of our age. For many in our era of sluggis h productivity the worry is slowing growth-in the UK Europe China and elsewhere-and reversing this stagnation is the goal of every politician. Others understandably claim given its social and environmental costs that the only way forward is through 'degrowth' deliberating shrinking our economies. At this time of uncertainty about growth and its value Susskind has written an essential reckoning. In a sweeping analysis full of historical insight he explores what really drives growth offering original ideas for combatting our economic slowdown. He argues that we cannot abandon growth but shows instead how we can redirect it making it better reflect what we truly value. Lucid thought-provoking and brilliantly researched Growth: A Reckoning is a vital guide to one of our greatest challenges.