The Little Big Number: How GDP Came to Rule the World and What

The Little Big Number: How GDP Came to Rule the World and What to Do about It

In one lifetime, GDP, or Gross Domestic Product, has ballooned from a narrow economic tool into a global article of faith. As The Little Big Number demonstrates, this spells trouble. While economies and cultures measure their performance by it, GDP only measures output. It ignores central facts such as quality, costs, or purpose. Sustainability and quality of life are overlooked. Losses don't count. The world can no longer afford GDP ruleâ€•GDP ignores real development. Dirk Philipsen demonstrates how the history of GDP reveals unique opportunities to fashion smarter goals and measures. The Little Big Number explores a possible roadmap for a future that advances quality of life rather than indiscriminate growth.
Country USA
Brand Princeton University Press
Manufacturer Princeton University Press
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 10 halftones. 5 tables.
ReleaseDate 2015-05-26
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780691166520

The Little Big Number: How GDP Came to Rule the World and What to Do about It