The Political Economy of Human Happiness: How Voters’ Choices Determine the Quality of Life [Hardcover] Radcliff, Benjamin

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Shows signs of wear. Jacket may be torn, cover may have creases, pages have some writing and highlighting. May have some water damage. May be a former library book. If you are buying a box set item, the box may not be included.

This well-loved copy of “The Political Economy of Human Happiness” by Benjamin Radcliff offers a thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between political choices and societal well-being. Published in 2013, this scholarly work draws upon extensive research and data analysis to examine how the policies and priorities of elected governments shape the quality of life for their citizens.

Radcliff, a renowned political scientist and professor at the University of Notre Dame, challenges conventional wisdom by demonstrating that left-leaning governments, with their emphasis on robust social welfare programs and economic equality, tend to foster greater overall happiness and life satisfaction among their populations. This contrasts with the traditional view that unfettered capitalism and limited government intervention are the keys to prosperity and contentment.

With its well-researched arguments and insightful commentary, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of politics, economics, and human happiness. Despite its academic rigor, Radcliff’s engaging writing style makes the material accessible to a wide audience. This particular copy, with its signs of use and potential library provenance, carries the history of the thought-provoking discussions and debates it has undoubtedly sparked among its previous readers.