Small Is Beautiful: Economics as if People Mattered by E. F. Schumacher
This book is a collection of essays that challenge the established economic paradigm, arguing for a shift towards smaller, more sustainable systems. The author criticizes conventional capitalism for its focus on profit and growth, suggesting instead that economies should prioritize human well-being and environmental health. He presents a vision of "Buddhist economics," where work is viewed as a means to personal development and fulfillment, not just income generation. The book also offers practical solutions for implementing this new economic model, such as decentralization, appropriate technologies, and renewable energy.
The 1172nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1973
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 200-300
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- Select 100 (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee)
- The New York Public Library's Books of the Century (New York Public Library)
- The Hundred Most Influential Books Since The War (WW2) (Central and East European Publishing Project)