Description |
314 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm |
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 269-308) and index. |
Summary |
Summary: For neoclassical economists, Homo economicus, or economic human, represents the ideal employee: an energetic worker bee that is a rational yet competitive decision-maker. Alternatively, one could view the concept as a cold and selfish workaholic endlessly seeking the accumulation of money and advancement -- a chilling representation of capitalism. Or perhaps, as Peter Fleming argues, Homo economicus does not actually exist at all. In this book, Fleming presents this controversial claim with the same fierce logic and perception that launched his Guardian column into popularity. |
Subject |
Economics -- Philosophy.
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Capitalism -- Social aspects.
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Neoliberalism -- Social aspects.
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Work -- Political aspects.
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Work environment -- Social aspects.
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ISBN |
9780745399409 |
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0745399401 |
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