53 pages 1 hour read

Milton Friedman

Capitalism And Freedom

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1962

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Milton Friedman's Capitalism and Freedom is lauded for its compelling argument on the interdependence of economic and political freedom. Critics praise its clarity and insightful analysis but point to an overly simplistic view of market limitations and social welfare. The book remains influential in discussions on economic policy and free-market principles.

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Who Should Read Capitalism And Freedom?

Readers who would enjoy Capitalism and Freedom by Milton Friedman are typically interested in classical liberalism, free-market economics, and libertarian theory. Comparable works include Friedrich Hayek's The Road to Serfdom and Ayn Rand's Atlas Shrugged. These readers value discussions on economic policies and personal liberties from a libertarian perspective.

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18+years

Book Details

Topics
Business / Economics
History: World
Philosophy
Themes
Society: Economics
Society: Globalization
Genre
Philosophy
Classic Fiction