Limitarianism
The Case Against Extreme Wealth
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Penguin Books Ltd
Published:1st Feb '24
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In Limitarianism, Ingrid Robeyns argues for capping wealth accumulation to address societal inequalities and promote a fairer distribution of resources.
In Limitarianism, philosopher and economist Ingrid Robeyns presents a compelling argument for addressing the alarming concentration of wealth in modern society. She highlights that while we often notice the struggles of the poor, the increasing wealth of the rich often goes unnoticed, creating a dangerous imbalance. Robeyns emphasizes that extreme wealth is not only unjustifiable but detrimental to the well-being of society as a whole, including the wealthy themselves. By examining the moral, political, economic, social, environmental, and psychological impacts of wealth accumulation, she sheds light on the urgent need for change.
Robeyns introduces the concept of limitarianism as a potential solution to the issues created by neoliberal capitalism. This approach advocates for setting limits on the amount of wealth an individual can accumulate, thereby promoting a more equitable distribution of resources. By doing so, society could address various systemic problems and pave the way for a brighter future. The author argues that no one deserves to be a millionaire, and by implementing these limits, we can create a fairer and more just world for everyone.
Limitarianism challenges readers to rethink their perceptions of wealth and its impact on society. It is a thought-provoking exploration that encourages a shift in mindset regarding wealth accumulation and its consequences. Robeyns' insights provoke critical discussions about fairness, justice, and the kind of society we wish to build for future generations.
The best case I've read for putting an upper limit on the accumulation of wealth. Even the super-rich might be glad if there was a finishing line! -- Richard Wilkinson
You might find yourself, as I did, underlining a sentence or three on every page, and adding exclamation points in the margin -- Tim Adams * Observer *
Valuable, intriguing, provocative ... Robeyns poses a question that very rarely gets asked in mainstream politics ... How much is too much? * Guardian *
She’s done the maths. We need Limitarianism. Urgently * Irish Examiner *
Provocative ... begs an interesting debate about society's future * The Times *
A landmark ... gripping, riveting, vivid ... We need to embrace, as Robeyns so compellingly argues, limits on income and wealth. * Inequality.org *
Powerful – a must-read -- Thomas Piketty
Effortlessly navigating between ethics, political theory, economics and public policy, Ingrid Robeyns’ nuanced and persuasive defence of limitarianism is also a much-needed manifesto for reimagining political institutions -- Lea Ypi
Is it possible to meet the needs of all people within the means of the living planet? Definitely not in a world dominated by extreme wealth, as Ingrid Robeyns powerfully argues. This landmark book combines meticulous logic with compelling personal stories to draw everyone - from the super-rich to the super-riled - into one of the most critical public debates of our times. Read it. -- Kate Raworth
A compelling case for limiting extreme wealth, along economic, political and moral lines ... This argument has never been more important, and this book is a persuasive call to action -- Jayati Ghosh, Professor of Economics, University of Massachusetts Amherst
ISBN: 9780241578193
Dimensions: 242mm x 162mm x 35mm
Weight: 539g
336 pages