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Philanthrocapitalism [Hardback]

How the Rich are Trying to Save the World

by Matthew Bishop and Michael Green

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Description of Philanthrocapitalism

For philanthropists of the past, charity was often a matter of simply giving money away. For 'philanthrocapitalists' - the new generation of billionaires who are reshaping the way they give - it's like business. Largely trained in the corporate world, these 'socialinvestors' are using big-business-style strategies and expecting results and accountability to match. In Philanthrocapitalism, Matthew Bishop and Michael Green examine this new movement and its implications. Proceeding from interviews with some of the most powerful people on the planet -including Bill Gates, Bill Clinton, George Soros, Angelina Jolie, and Bono, among others - they show how a web of wealthy, motivated donors has set out to change the world.
Advance praise for Philanthrocapitalism:
'Important.Well-written. Timely. Here in this wonderful book, Matthew Bishop and Michael Green shine a light on sparkling examples of effective philanthropy, and how some of the most accomplished people are trying to solve the world's most intractable problems. A superb portrait of a vital new force shaping the world today, Philanthrocapitalism deserves to be widely read.' Jim Collins, author of Good to Great

Title Information

ISBN:
9781408111529
Pages:
272 pages
Format:
Hardback
Product Code:
304542
Publisher:
A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Published:
31/01/2009

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About Matthew Bishop and Michael Green

Matthew Bishop is chief business writer of The Economist.Michael Green is an expert on the relationship between government andthe non-governmental sector, particularly in the field of internationaldevelopment.

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