As Gods Among Men: A History of the Rich in the West

by Guido Alfani

Book Overview

"In this masterly book, Alfani] offers an insightful long-run perspective and fascinating lessons for the future. A must-read "--Thomas Piketty, author of Capital in the Twenty-First Century

A sweeping narrative that shows how the rich historically justified themselves by helping their societies in times of crisis, why they no longer do, and what that may mean for social stability

The rich have always fascinated, sometimes...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 069122711X
• ISBN13: 9780691227115
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Princeton University Press
• Length: 440 Pages