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The right use of money
David (Ed) Darton
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Description for The right use of money
paperback. This book is about money. Not about how to make money, but how to use it and use it well. A range of stimulating articles from leading international thinkers and writers forms a thought-provoking collection on how we can all use money to achieve positive social change. Editor(s): Darton, David. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: 1DB; KFFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 218 x 185 x 10. Weight in Grams: 226.
The range of topics discussed is broad, from questions of economics and government policy, corporate and individual responsibility to how voluntary organisations can ensure that their money is used wisely. Issues raised include: does the way we use money betray the next generation? Is dishonesty within our financial systems making it too difficult for consumers to make informed decisions? Are we wasting money on good intentions that do not match real need? How can individuals, foundations and others with social concerns ensure that all their assets are used effectively? The book concludes with suggested actions for government, business, financial institutions, voluntary organisations and individuals. Anyone ... Read more
The range of topics discussed is broad, from questions of economics and government policy, corporate and individual responsibility to how voluntary organisations can ensure that their money is used wisely. Issues raised include: does the way we use money betray the next generation? Is dishonesty within our financial systems making it too difficult for consumers to make informed decisions? Are we wasting money on good intentions that do not match real need? How can individuals, foundations and others with social concerns ensure that all their assets are used effectively? The book concludes with suggested actions for government, business, financial institutions, voluntary organisations and individuals. Anyone ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
Number of Pages
160
Place of Publication
Bristol, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781861346162
SKU
V9781861346162
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 7 to 11 working days
Ref
99-50
About David (Ed) Darton
Contributors: Pierre Calame, Church of England Doctrine Commission, Philip Collins, Niall Cooper, Jonathan Dale, David Darton, Jed Emerson, Ram Gidoomal, Charles Handy, Julia Neuberger, Stephen O'Brien, Matthew Pike, Moraene Roberts, Dorothy Rowe, Tony Stoller and Polly Toynbee.
Reviews for The right use of money
"Perhaps more businesses and aspiring millionaires in the United States should pay attention ... They could do worse than be apprentices to this book." Friends Journal "Money is a force for good or evil depending on how individuals choose to use it. This admirable book sets out multiple ways in which the human condition can be improved through the trading, ... Read more