Capital In The Twenty – First Century By Thomas Piketty, Translated By Arthur Goldhammer

Capital in the Twenty‑First Century by Thomas Piketty, translated by Arthur Goldhammer, is a monumental exploration of wealth and income inequality over the past three centuries. Blending economic history, empirical research, and policy analysis, Piketty reveals how returns on capital often exceed economic growth—driving historic wealth concentration. With accessible narrative and rigorous data, this paperback (Belknap Press, 2017) challenges readers to rethink capitalism and consider transformative solutions like progressive global wealth taxes. A New York Times bestseller and award‑winning work, it’s essential reading for students, economists, policymakers, and anyone concerned with economic justice.