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Heir-raising: the boom in inheritance

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The Resurgence of Inheritance Wealth

This chapter examines the growing significance of inheritance as a source of wealth in modern economies, juxtaposing it with historical perspectives. It highlights the increasing concentration of wealth among billionaires, the implications for economic behavior, and the evolving cultural attitudes towards wealth and marriage amidst these changes.

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