Why Philanthropy Matters : How the Wealthy Give, and What It Means for Our Economic Well-Being
Zoltan J. Acs
Bok Engelsk 2013 · Electronic books.
| Medvirkende | âAcs, Zoltâan J. (Author)
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| Utgitt | Princeton : : Princeton University Press, , 2013.
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| Omfang | 1 online resource (269 p.)
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| Opplysninger | Description based upon print version of record.. - Cover; Title; Copyright; Deidication; CONTENTS; Preface; Chapter 1. A Conversation; Chapter 2. Creating Opportunity; Chapter 3. Entrepreneurship and Innovation; Chapter 4. The Wealth of Nations; Chapter 5. Charity and Philanthropy; Chapter 6. American-Style Capitalism; Chapter 7. The Global Perspective; Epilogue. Changing the Tax Laws; Pledge Letters; Notes; Index. - Philanthropy has long been a distinctive feature of American culture, but its crucial role in the economic well-being of the nation--and the world--has remained largely unexplored. Why Philanthropy Matters takes an in-depth look at philanthropy as an underappreciated force in capitalism, measures its critical influence on the free-market system, and demonstrates how American philanthropy could serve as a model for the productive reinvestment of wealth in other countries. Factoring in philanthropic cycles that help balance the economy, Zoltan Acs offers a richer picture of capitalism,
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| ISBN | 9780691148625
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