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Publications in Tehran.Hossein Raghfar and Kobra Sangari are the translators of the book first released in 2020.The book is an extension of
Piketty's previous works, particularly "Capital in the Twenty-First Century," which gained widespread attention in 2013 for its analysis of
the rapid accumulation of wealth by a small fraction of people in the modern era.In "A Brief History of Equality," Piketty offers a sweeping
survey of the history of social and economic inequality, attempting to contextualize the current moment within a broader historical
He argues that inequality is not a natural or inevitable feature of human society, but rather a product of social and political forces that
have historically favored certain groups of people over others.Piketty traces the evolution of inequality from prehistoric times, through
the ancient world, the Middle Ages, and the Modern era, offering insights into the key factors that have contributed to the persistence of
economic and social inequality over time
Piketty also examines the impact of revolutions, world wars, and other major events on the development of equality and inequality.One of the
key arguments of the book is that periods of relative equality, such as the postwar era, have only been achieved through explicit social and
political policies, and that inequality has always been the default state of human societies
Piketty argues that the current moment, characterized by soaring inequality across the globe, demands a bold and radical response, including
progressive taxation and greater economic democracy.Overall, "A Brief History of Equality" is a powerful and thought-provoking work that
challenges readers to think deeply about the nature of inequality and the role that individuals, governments, and societies play in
perpetuating or challenging it
It is essential reading for anyone interested in economics, sociology, politics, or history.Photo: A combination photo shows Thomas Piketty
and the front cover of the Persian edition of his book "A Brief History of Equality"SAB/
