Bibliograph

Doing good better, effective altruism and a radical new way to make a difference, William MacAskill

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Doing good better, effective altruism and a radical new way to make a difference, William MacAskill

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

chartsillustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Doing good better

Nature of contents

bibliography

Responsibility statement

William MacAskill

Sub title

effective altruism and a radical new way to make a difference

Summary

Almost all of us want to make a difference. So we volunteer, donate to charity, recycle or try to cut down our carbon emissions. But rarely do we know how much of a difference we're really making. In a remarkable re-examination of the evidence, Doing Good Better reveals why buying sweatshop-produced goods benefits the poor; why cosmetic surgeons can do more good than charity workers; and why giving to a relief fund is generally not the best way to help after a natural disaster. By examining the charities you give to, the volunteering you do, the goods you buy and the career you pursue, this fascinating and often surprising guide shows how through simple actions you can improve thousands of lives - including your own

Target audience

adult

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