Exploring the modern approach to the economics of happiness, which
came about with the Easterlin Paradox, this book analyses and
assesses the idea that as a country gets richer the happiness of
its citizens remains the same. The book moves through three
distinct pillars of study in the field: first analysing the
historical and philosophical foundations of the debate; then the
methodological and measurements issues and their political
implications; and finally empirical applications and discussion
about what determines a happy life. A Modern Guide to the Economics
of Happiness extends the concept of happiness to that of wellbeing,
offering an inquiry into well-being within the paradigm of complex
systems. It draws together both recent developments in studies on
the economics of happiness as well as its historical roots,
covering the concept of Eudaimonia, Aristotle's theories and the
important contribution of Italian economists. Critical case studies
look at the relationship between physical activity and wellbeing,
the value of family for life satisfaction, and the role of social
capital for migrant acceptance. An invigorating read for economics
and psychology scholars, this book will also be of interest to
those researching welfare and development economics.
General
Is the information for this product incomplete, wrong or inappropriate?
Let us know about it.
Does this product have an incorrect or missing image?
Send us a new image.
Is this product missing categories?
Add more categories.
Review This Product
No reviews yet - be the first to create one!
Welcome to Loot.co.za!
Sign in / Register |Wishlists & Gift Vouchers |Help | Advanced search
