Thomas Sowell
Books by Thomas Sowell
4 books available
Intellectuals and Society
by Thomas Sowell
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Thomas Sowell explains how modern intellectuals, despite often being wrong, subtly influence democratic societies by shaping public opinion rather than directly advising rulers, making them a powerful but unaccountable force.
Economic Facts and Fallacies
by Thomas Sowell
4.2(3,635)
Sowell examines common economic myths, revealing their subtle appeal, from urban decay to gender pay gaps, and provides readers with accessible, real-world explanations.
Black Rednecks and White Liberals
by Thomas Sowell
4.4(4,054)
Sowell shows the shared cultural roots of Southern 'rednecks' and some Black communities, arguing that well-meaning white liberals hurt these communities by defending a destructive subculture.
The Quest for Cosmic Justice
by Thomas Sowell
4.4(1,583)
Sowell shows how seeking an ill-defined 'cosmic justice' undermines true equality and freedom, slowly eroding the foundations of the American Revolution through well-intentioned but flawed social ideas.