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Capital in the Twenty-First Century
Thomas Piketty · Book · Economics
Capital in the Twenty-First Century by Thomas Piketty is a landmark work that examines the dynamics of wealth and inequality over the past few centuries. Piketty, a French economist, uses extensive historical data to argue that the concentration of wealth in the hands of a few is a persistent feature of capitalism, and that this trend is likely to continue unless addressed through policy changes. The book challenges the notion that economic growth alone can reduce inequality, instead suggesting that without intervention, the rich will continue to accumulate wealth at a faster rate than the rest of society. Piketty’s analysis has sparked widespread debate and has become a crucial text in discussions about economic policy and inequality in the modern world.
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