The Rational Optimist - How Prosperity Evolves

In an era often overshadowed by pessimism and fear about the future, Matt Ridley's work offers a compelling case for optimism grounded in historical evidence and economic theory. The book explores how human prosperity has evolved over centuries, driven by innovation, trade, and the exchange of ideas. Ridley argues that despite challenges, the trajectory of human progress has been overwhelmingly positive, shaped by our capacity to adapt and improve through collaboration and ingenuity.

• Human progress is cumulative: Prosperity builds upon past innovations, creating a positive feedback loop that accelerates growth.
• Exchange of ideas...

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