This deeply researched book delves into the alarming trend of wealth concentration in America over the last century and a half. The author meticulously examines the historical context and traces the evolution of wealth disparity, particularly since the Industrial Revolution. The book argues that a tiny elite has amassed extraordinary fortunes by exploiting vast public resources like railways and utilities, leaving the majority of society impoverished. The author exposes the corrupt practices, such as political bribery and manipulation of interest rates, employed by these wealthy individuals to accumulate and maintain their immense wealth. By exploring economic doctrines and the role of corporations in exacerbating inequality, this book offers a comprehensive analysis of the factors contributing to the staggering wealth gap. Through compelling evidence and historical insights, this book challenges readers to grapple with the profound implications of unchecked wealth concentration and its dire consequences for social justice and economic stability.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This deeply researched book delves into the alarming trend of wealth concentration in America over the last century and a half. The author meticulously examines the historical context and traces the evolution of wealth disparity, particularly since the Industrial Revolution. The book argues that a tiny elite has amassed extraordinary fortunes by exploiting vast public resources like railways and utilities, leaving the majority of society impoverished. The author exposes the corrupt practices, such as political bribery and manipulation of interest rates, employed by these wealthy individuals to accumulate and maintain their immense wealth. By exploring economic doctrines and the role of corporations in exacerbating inequality, this book offers a comprehensive analysis of the factors contributing to the staggering wealth gap. Through compelling evidence and historical insights, this book challenges readers to grapple with the profound implications of unchecked wealth concentration and its dire consequences for social justice and economic stability. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333439620_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781333439620
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