Myths about Inequality. Where Discrimination Comes From

You will always be deprived of your rights. Why? Because you are a woman or a man, you are from another country, you have a different culture, different values, and principles. And you might be too overweight, tall, young, or old. All because you are a human being.

The ruthless mechanism of prejudice can only be stopped by studying it from within.

This book tells about:

— What advantages firstborns have in families.

— Does your IQ influence a high income.

— What is more important - upbringing or genes.

— Why social statistics cannot be trusted.

— And can you distinguish stereotype from reality.

By reading this book, you will learn about the historical roots of discrimination, the factors that contributed to the emergence of prejudice, and the reasons for the entrenchment of inequality in society.

Thomas Sowell, a renowned American economist, social theorist, and historian, in his work calls for a deeper understanding of discrimination, offering approaches that promote fairness and equality. He examines the phenomenon of inequality, providing a detailed analysis of its nature and various forms.