Visions of Inequality

Visions of Inequality offers a comprehensive history of how economists over two centuries have explored the concept of inequality, highlighting six key figures whose ideas shaped the field. The book traces the evolving perspectives on social classes, economic categories, and the changing focus of inequality studies, from the physiocrats to contemporary economics. Through detailed portraits that blend economic theory with psychological insight, Milanovic emphasizes the importance of historical context in understanding these enduring debates.