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The Spirit Level by Richard & Kate Pickett Wilkinson, Illustrated · Booklabria

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Richard & Kate Pickett Wilkinson, Illustrated
The Spirit Level

Social IssuesSocial problems

The Spirit Level

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First published: 2009

Synopsis

It is common knowledge that, in rich societies, the poor have worse health and suffer more from almost every social problem. This book explains why inequality is the most serious problem societies face today.

Subjects: Social Issues
Social problems
Equality
Relations humaines
Quality of life
Income distribution

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Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Allen Lane
Published: May 21, 2009
Pages: 352
Language: English
ISBN-13: 978-1846140396
ISBN-10: 1846140390

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