Product Description: In this funny, readable, and thought-provoking book, activists John de Graaf (coauthor of the bestselling Affluenza) and David Batker tackle thirteen economic issues, challenging the reader to consider the goal of our economy. Emphasizing powerful American ideals, including teamwork, pragmatism, and equality, de Graaf and Batker set forth a simple goal for any economic system: the greatest good for the greatest number over the longest run...read more

Updated with all-new figures, writings on the consequences of the pursuit of material wealth examine its origins and evolution, citing the impact of materialism on families, communities, and the environment while suggesting strategies for implementing healthier and healing practices. Reprint.

Writers contribute to the conversation about the relationship between work and life in America, revealing the secrets to restoring balance between the two in individual lives and in the community. Original.