Bøger af Gregory Clark

Why are some parts of the world so rich and others so poor? Why did the Industrial Revolution--and the unprecedented economic growth that came with it--occur in eighteenth-century England, and not at some other time, or in some other place? Why didn't industrialization make the whole world rich--and why did it make large parts of the world even poorer? In A Farewell to Alms, Gregory Clark tackles these profound questions and suggests a new and provocative way in which culture--not exploitation, geography, or resources--explains the wealth, and the poverty, of nations. Countering the prevailing theory that the Industrial Revolution was sparked by the sudden development of stable political, legal, and economic institutions in seventeenth-century Europe, Clark shows that such institutions existed long before industrialization. He argues instead that these institutions gradually led to deep cultural changes by encouraging people to abandon hunter-gatherer instincts-violence, impatience, and economy of effort-and adopt economic habits-hard work, rationality, and education. The problem, Clark says, is that only societies that have long histories of settlement and security seem to develop the cultural characteristics and effective workforces that enable economic growth. For the many societies that have not enjoyed long periods of stability, industrialization has not been a blessing. Clark also dissects the notion, championed by Jared Diamond in Guns, Germs, and Steel, that natural endowments such as geography account for differences in the wealth of nations. A brilliant and sobering challenge to the idea that poor societies can be economically developed through outside intervention, A Farewell to Alms may change the way global economic history is understood.

A surprising look at how ancestry still determines social outcomesHow much of our fate is tied to the status of our parents and grandparents? How much does it influence our children? More than we wish to believe. While it has been argued that rigid class structures have eroded in favor of greater social equality, The Son Also Rises proves that movement on the social ladder has changed little over eight centuries. Using a novel technique-tracking family names over generations to measure social mobility across countries and periods-renowned economic historian Gregory Clark reveals that mobility rates are lower than conventionally estimated, do not vary across societies, and are resistant to social policies.Clark examines and compares surnames in such diverse cases as modern Sweden and Qing Dynasty China. He demonstrates how fate is determined by ancestry and that almost all societies have similarly low social mobility rates. Challenging popular assumptions about mobility and revealing the deeply entrenched force of inherited advantage, The Son Also Rises is sure to prompt intense debate for years to come.

The Ultimate 3 in 1 Musical Instrument Learning Guide Learn everything you need to know about learning to play the piano, guitar and ukulele! Take a Glimpse below into the first book " Piano " This is a 3 in 1 Book ( Piano, Guitar and Ukulele) You will learn how to read notes, how long each note should be held for, and the basics of reading sheet music. We will move from reading notes to learning about the piano keys and where the notes are located on the piano. After you are able to find the notes you will begin learning how to play cords. By the time you finish reading this book you are going to be able to play the piano at a beginners level. You will be able to not only read sheet music but find the notes on your piano and begin playing songs. You will also know how to play cords and use both of your hands when playing music. Why You Must Have This Book! > In this book you will learn how to play the piano from start to finish, from learning how to read notes to playing entire songs this book will walk you through it all. > This book will teach you the steps needed for you to not only start playing music but it will walk you through learning your first four songs. > In this book you will learn how to play cords with both hands so that you can create your own music as well as how to place your hands on the piano the correct way. > This book will guide you through finding middle C and using it to learn all of the keys on your piano. > This book will teach you what you need to know in order to be a successful piano player including tips and tricks that you can use each time you play. > In this book you will learn how to practice your music properly so that you not only learn it the correct way but so that you are able to play your songs using both hands. You will be walked through four different songs and will be shown exactly what you need to do with your hands.

"Guitar: The Ultimate Guide to Mastering Guitar for Beginners in 90 Minutes or Less!" "Your First Step to Becoming a Great Guitarist is Right Here." Learn how to become a guitar player in a matter of minutes. Do you want to learn how to play the guitar? Well, here is the book for you! Shock your friends and family as you become a guitarist from absolutely nothing in ninety minutes, serenade your loved one with a very sweet melody or even perform your heart out in front of an audience for the first time. In today's society, playing the guitar is not only seen as a hobby but also as a skill and a profession. This book will guide you through everything you would need to know in playing the guitar. From choosing the right guitar for you to strumming the different chords that are used in playing the classical or electric guitar. Who says that learning to play the guitar would be that hard? You don't need to worry because this guide is 100% user-friendly and effective. After reading this book, you would not only understand how a guitar works and how to play it properly but you would also have the knowledge that is needed to master the guitar. Start learning how to play a guitar right now, may it be for a hobby or even for your career because the latest time in starting your dream is actually at this very moment! Why You Must Have This Book Today! >In this book you will learn the basics in playing a classical or electric guitar. >This book will teach you techniques and strategies to improve your guitar skills faster. >In this book you will learn about how a guitar works and the function of its different parts. >This book will guide you in fulfilling your dreams in being a good guitarist. >This book will teach you the different chords that are essential. >In this book you will learn what it means to play the guitar out of pure passion. >This book will help you to impress your friends and family. >This book will teach you the different positions in playing the guitar. >This book will give you knowledge about guitars that you could use your entire lifetime. What you'll discover from "Guitar: The Ultimate Guide to Mastering Guitar for Beginners in 90 Minutes or Less!" * Your hidden talent in playing the guitar. * You will also learn more about yourself and your passion. * The different strategies that successful guitarists have been using. * You will discover how guitars work and produce sound. * The difference between the different family chords. * How to tune up your guitar properly. * The best ways and techniques in practicing the guitar. Want to Know More? Hurry! For a limited time you can download "Guitar: The Ultimate Guide to Mastering Guitar for Beginners in 90 Minutes or Less!"" for a special discounted price of only $2.99 Download Your Copy Right Now! Just Scroll to the top of the page and select the Buy Button. ----- TAGS: Guitar - Guitar for Beginners - Guitar Lessons - Guitar Cords - Guitar Theory - Guitar Scales - How to Play Guitar

Do you wake up and reach for your phone? Do you pick it up and then look at the clock, wondering where the time went? Do you want to reduce weight yet continue to consume junk food? How effective are you in your work or business? Are you restless and unable to concentrate? Do you find it difficult to feel excited about big projects?You will comprehend how our use of smart phones impairs our capacity to focus, think abstractly, and form new memories. You will then make personalized changes to your system's settings, environment, and mental attitude needed to retake control of your life. In this comprehensive guide, you'll learn:The science behind dopamine and how it affects your brain and behaviorThe negative impact of dopamine dysregulation on your mental and physical healthThe benefits and potential risks of dopamine detoxStrategies for managing cravings and anxietyThe role of self-care in dopamine detoxificationLong-term benefits of dopamine detox and preventing relapseAnd much more!You'll also learn about the latest research on the brain and how to use it to be more productive. The Dopamine Detox Secrets Book is not only an easy read but also a step-by-step guide to help you understand the science behind distractions and how to overcome them.

At the same time a reading of Kenneth Burke and of tourist landscapes in America, Gregory Clark's new study explores the rhetorical power connected with American tourism. Looking specifically at a time when citizens of the United States first took to rail and then highway to become sightseers in their own country, Clark traces the rhetorical function of a wide-ranging set of tourist experiences. He explores how the symbolic experiences Americans share as tourists have helped residents of a vast and diverse nation adopt a national identity. In doing so he suggests that the rhetorical power of a national culture is wielded not only by public discourse but also by public experiences.Clark examines places in the American landscape that have facilitated such experiences, including New York City, Shaker villages, Yellowstone National Park, the Lincoln Highway, San Francisco's 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition, and the Grand Canyon. He examines the rhetorical power of these sites to transform private individuals into public citizens, and he evaluates a national culture that teaches Americans to experience certain places as potent symbols of national community.Invoking Burke's concept of "e;identification"e; to explain such rhetorical encounters, Clark considers Burke's lifelong study of symbols-linguistic and otherwise-and their place in the construction and transformation of individual identity. Clark turns to Burke's work to expand our awareness of the rhetorical resources that lead individuals within a community to adopt a collective identity, and he considers the implications of nineteenth- and twentieth-century tourism for both visual rhetoric and the rhetoric of display.

Jazz is born of collaboration, improvisation, and listening. This book weaves an argument about how individuals can preserve and improve civic life in a democratic culture. It will appeal to scholars across disciplines as diverse as political science, performance studies, musicology, and literary criticism.