Discrimination and Disparities: Enlarged Edition
Discrimination and Disparities is Thomas Sowell’s examination of explanations for economic and other differences among people, groups, and nations. This enlarged edition draws on empirical evidence to question single-factor accounts and discusses social policies and their consequences.
At a glance
- Examines explanations for differing economic and other outcomes among individuals, groups, and nations.
- Uses empirical evidence to challenge explanations that attribute disparities to a single factor.
- The enlarged edition also discusses social visions of disparities and policies connected with them.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The subject spans economic differences, proposed causes, and policy consequences rather than focusing on one explanation alone.
- Customer feedback describes the writing as well-documented and readable, with facts and figures supporting the discussion.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Edition | Enlarged |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Basic Books |
| Publication date | March 5, 2019 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 320 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1541645634 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1541645639 |
| Weight listed | 1.28 pounds |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6.35 x 1.5 x 9.55 inches |
What to know before buying
- The publisher description presents the book as challenging one-factor explanations, including discrimination, exploitation, and genetics. It is an argument-focused examination, not a neutral reference guide to every viewpoint.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in economic disparities and competing explanations for differences in outcomes.
- Students and general readers seeking a data-focused discussion of social policy and its consequences.
- Readers who want an enlarged edition of Thomas Sowell’s book.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a strictly introductory economics textbook or a survey presenting all perspectives equally.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback is strongly positive, highlighting the book’s documented approach, facts and figures, logical arguments, and readable writing. For readers drawn to its evidence-based examination of disparities and policy, that feedback suggests an engaging presentation, though praise from customers does not establish the accuracy or neutrality of its arguments.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the book as insightful, well-informed, and extensively documented.
- Feedback highlights readable writing, logical arguments, and discussion that challenges social assumptions.
Frequently asked questions
What is Discrimination and Disparities about?
It examines differences in economic and other outcomes and considers explanations including discrimination, exploitation, and genetics. Its description says the book uses empirical evidence to question single-factor accounts.
Is this the enlarged edition?
Yes. The listing identifies the edition as Enlarged.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 320 pages.
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