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Steady-State Economics: Second Edition With New Essays

by Herman E. Daly

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First published in 1977, this volume caused a sensation because of Daly's radical view that "enough is best." Today, his ideas are recognized as the key to sustainable development, and Steady-State Economics is universally acknowledged as the leading book on the economics of sustainability.

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Herman E. Daly is Professor in the School of Public Policy at the University of Maryland, USA.

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Languages: English, German
Media: Paper, Ebook
ISBNs: 6

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Published: 1977
Genres: Economics, Nonfiction, General Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Business
DDC/MDS: 338.9
LCC: HD82 .D31415

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