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Discover 'Big Business' by Tyler Cowen, a compelling exploration into the crucial role of corporations in American society. This brand new trade paperback published by St. Martins Press in 2019 dives into the complex relationship between massive companies and everyday life. With 288 pages full of enlightening insights, Cowen argues that while many view big businesses as detrimental entities, they play an essential part in promoting innovation and progress. He tackles the misconceptions that plague public perception of corporations, including concerns about trust and ethical practices. In a world where distrust in large companies reached an all-time high—only 12% of Americans trust big business 'quite a lot'—Cowen's perspective is a refreshing counterpoint. His insight reveals how businesses drive the economy, create jobs, and generate the products we rely on daily. Whether you are a concerned citizen, a millennial questioning capitalism, or simply someone intrigued by economic dynamics, 'Big Business' deserves a spot on your bookshelf. Immerse yourself in Cowen's thought-provoking narrative today and uncover the truth behind the headlines. Enjoy free shipping on your order, with delivery expected within 6 weeks. Note: Orders cannot be canceled after placement.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781250225627
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2019
Publisher: St Martins Press
Pages: 288
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We love to hate the 800-pound gorilla. Walmart and Amazon destroy communities and small businesses. Facebook turns us into addicts while putting our personal data at risk. From skeptical politicians like Bernie Sanders who, at a 2016 presidential campaign rally said, "If a bank is too big to fail, it is too big to exist," to millennials, only 42 percent of whom support capitalism, belief in big business is at an all-time low. But are big companies inherently evil? If business is so bad, why does it remain so integral to the basic functioning of America? Economist and bestselling author Tyler Cowen says our biggest problem is that we don’t love business enough.
In Big Business, Cowen puts forth an impassioned defense of corporations and their essential role in a balanced, productive, and progressive society. He dismantles common misconceptions and untangles conflicting intuitions. According to a 2016 Gallup survey, only 12 percent of Americans trust big business "quite a lot," and only 6 percent trust it "a great deal." Yet Americans as a group are remarkably willing to trust businesses, whether in the form of buying a new phone on the day of its release or simply showing up to work in the expectation they will be paid. Cowen illuminates the crucial role businesses play in spurring innovation, rewarding talent and hard work, and creating the bounty on which we’ve all come to depend.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781250225627
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2019
Publisher: St Martins Press
Pages: 288
Description:
We love to hate the 800-pound gorilla. Walmart and Amazon destroy communities and small businesses. Facebook turns us into addicts while putting our personal data at risk. From skeptical politicians like Bernie Sanders who, at a 2016 presidential campaign rally said, "If a bank is too big to fail, it is too big to exist," to millennials, only 42 percent of whom support capitalism, belief in big business is at an all-time low. But are big companies inherently evil? If business is so bad, why does it remain so integral to the basic functioning of America? Economist and bestselling author Tyler Cowen says our biggest problem is that we don’t love business enough.
In Big Business, Cowen puts forth an impassioned defense of corporations and their essential role in a balanced, productive, and progressive society. He dismantles common misconceptions and untangles conflicting intuitions. According to a 2016 Gallup survey, only 12 percent of Americans trust big business "quite a lot," and only 6 percent trust it "a great deal." Yet Americans as a group are remarkably willing to trust businesses, whether in the form of buying a new phone on the day of its release or simply showing up to work in the expectation they will be paid. Cowen illuminates the crucial role businesses play in spurring innovation, rewarding talent and hard work, and creating the bounty on which we’ve all come to depend.