Economic Facts and Fallacies
Economic Facts and Fallacies

Author: Thomas Sowell

Publisher: Basic Books

Published: 2011-03-22

Total Pages: 295

ISBN-13: 0465026303

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Thomas Sowell “both surprises and overturns received wisdom” in this indispensable examination of widespread economic fallacies (The Economist) Economic Facts and Fallacies exposes some of the most popular fallacies about economic issues-and does so in a lively manner and without requiring any prior knowledge of economics by the reader. These include many beliefs widely disseminated in the media and by politicians, such as mistaken ideas about urban problems, income differences, male-female economic differences, as well as economics fallacies about academia, about race, and about Third World countries. One of the themes of Economic Facts and Fallacies is that fallacies are not simply crazy ideas but in fact have a certain plausibility that gives them their staying power-and makes careful examination of their flaws both necessary and important, as well as sometimes humorous. Written in the easy-to-follow style of the author's Basic Economics, this latest book is able to go into greater depth, with real world examples, on specific issues.

The Fallacy and Failure of Communism, Socialism, and Keynesian Economics
The Fallacy and Failure of Communism, Socialism, and Keynesian Economics

Author: William N. Spencer

Publisher: Xlibris Corporation

Published: 2017-03-16

Total Pages: 179

ISBN-13: 1524591211

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The hiring, firing, retention, compensation, and control of employees in the American workplace is the realm and domain of Human Resources Management. But who, or what, really controls the Human Resources department? But of course, the yo-yo American economy, both a leading and a lagging indicator of the good and or bad, the right and or wrong, of life in Corporate America. And nothing affects the flow of the American economy more than our great and mighty American government. Forever taking more and more money away from the richthat is, anyone with a job and a paycheckand funneling that money into the deep abyss of government bureaucracy; primarily for the purpose of rewarding political friends (crony capitalism), which keeps that massive amount of money from flowing to American businesses and eventually to American workers.

Time and Social Theory
Time and Social Theory

Author: Barbara Adam

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2013-03-01

Total Pages: 346

ISBN-13: 0745669395

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Time is at the forefront of contemporary scholarly inquiry across the natural sciences and the humanities. Yet the social sciences have remained substantially isolated from time-related concerns. This book argues that time should be a key part of social theory and focuses concern upon issues which have emerged as central to an understanding of today's social world. Through her analysis of time Barbara Adam shows that our contemporary social theories are firmly embedded in Newtonian science and classical dualistic philosophy. She exposes these classical frameworks of thought as inadequate to the task of conceptualizing our contemporary world of standardized time, computers, nuclear power and global telecommunications.

Liberty Versus the Tyranny of Socialism
Liberty Versus the Tyranny of Socialism

Author: Walter E. Williams

Publisher: Hoover Press

Published: 2013-09-01

Total Pages: 393

ISBN-13: 0817949135

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In this selected collection of his syndicated newspaper columns, Walter Williams offers his sometimes controversial views on education, health, the environment, government, law and society, race, and a range of other topics. Although many of these essays focus on the growth of government and our loss of liberty, many others demonstrate how the tools of freemarket economics can be used to improve our lives in ways ordinary people can understand.

Socialism Sucks
Socialism Sucks

Author: Robert Lawson

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2019-07-30

Total Pages: 165

ISBN-13: 1621579468

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The bastard step-child of Milton Friedman and Anthony Bourdain, Socialism Sucks is a bar-crawl through former, current, and wannabe socialist countries around the world. Free market economists Robert Lawson and Benjamin Powell travel to countries like Venezuela, Cuba, Russia, and Sweden to investigate the dangers and idiocies of socialism—while drinking a lot of beer.

A Critical Examination of Socialism
A Critical Examination of Socialism

Author: W. H. Mallock

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2024-10-11

Total Pages: 208

ISBN-13:

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Engage with the provocative ideas in "A Critical Examination of Socialism" by W. H. Mallock. This incisive work challenges the foundational principles of socialism, inviting readers to scrutinize its implications on society and individual freedoms. As Mallock articulates his arguments, you may find yourself asking: Can socialism truly achieve its promised ideals without sacrificing essential liberties? But here’s a compelling thought: What if the quest for equality inadvertently leads to greater inequality and the erosion of personal responsibility? Dive into Mallock's sharp analysis, where he explores the historical context and philosophical underpinnings of socialism. Each argument is crafted to encourage critical thinking and debate, making it a must-read for anyone interested in political theory and economic systems. Are you ready to challenge your beliefs and explore the complexities of socialism? Experience a thought-provoking narrative through concise and impactful paragraphs that stimulate reflection and discussion. This book is not just an examination; it’s an invitation to engage in the ongoing conversation about society's direction. This is your chance to deepen your understanding of socialism's role in our world. Will you let "A Critical Examination of Socialism" provoke your thoughts and reshape your perspective? Don’t miss the opportunity to own this insightful work. Purchase "A Critical Examination of Socialism" now and embark on a journey of intellectual discovery!

Give Them an Argument
Give Them an Argument

Author: Ben Burgis

Publisher: John Hunt Publishing

Published: 2019-05-31

Total Pages: 125

ISBN-13: 1789042119

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'Ben Burgis understands that in order to persuade people to join a political movement, you have to master the techniques of rigorous argumentation. He masterfully exposes the cheap sophistry of right-wing 'philosophy' and shows why there's still a place for logic and reason in political discourse. This is a crucial handbook for those who want to 'crush' and 'destroy' the Ben Shapiros of the world.' Nathan Robinson, Editor, Current Affairs Many serious leftists have learned to distrust talk of logic and logical fallacies, associated with right-wing "logicbros". This is a serious mistake. Unlike the neoliberal technocrats, who can point to social problems and tell people "trust us", the serious Left must learn how to argue and persuade. In Give Them an Argument, Ben Burgis arms his reader with the essential knowledge of formal logic and informal fallacies.