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Daniel Susskind, "Growth: A History and a Reckoning" (Harvard UP, 2024)

New Books in Economics

CHAPTER

The Evolution of Economic Growth Obsession

This chapter traces the historical development of our fixation with economic growth, from its emergence as a post-WWII and Cold War metric to its entrenchment in modern policies and society. It explores the intertwined dynamics of growth, human well-being, and societal impacts, presenting diverse perspectives on the pursuit of growth in the face of potential drawbacks.

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