The Haves and the Have Nots

In The Haves and the Have-Nots, Branko Milanovic explores the complex issues of wealth and inequality throughout history and across the globe. Drawing from history, literature, and contemporary stories, he examines how factors like birthplace influence economic outcomes and why disparities between the rich and poor matter for society. The book offers insights into the nature of inequality, its impact on our economies, and the social foundations that can be threatened by economic divides.