J K Galbraith, Canadian-US economist
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J K Galbraith, Canadian-US economist
John Kenneth Galbraith (1908-2006), Canadian-US economist. Galbraith was born at Iona Station in Ontario, Canada. He studied agricultural economics, gaining a degree in 1931 and a Masters in 1933. He wrote extensively on economic theory, particularly the influence of large corporations on price setting. His most popular books include The Affluent Society of 1958, one of the first bestsellers to discuss economic theory. Photographed in Moscow in 1987
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1900s 1908 1987 2000s 2006 20th Author Black Canadian Century Economics Economist Moscow Price Russia Seated Sitting Society Theorist Theory Twentieth Writer Affluent Corporations Influence Pricing
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This print captures the esteemed economist J. K. Galbraith during his visit to Moscow in 1987. Born in Iona Station, Ontario, Canada in 1908, Galbraith dedicated his life to studying and writing about economic theory. With a degree in agricultural economics obtained in 1931 and a Masters degree earned in 1933, he delved into the intricate relationship between large corporations and price setting. Galbraith's intellectual prowess led him to become one of the most influential economists of the twentieth century. His groundbreaking book, "The Affluent Society" published in 1958, became an instant bestseller as it explored economic theory like never before. Throughout his career, Galbraith challenged conventional wisdom by emphasizing the impact of corporations on society and advocating for Keynesian principles. In this image from Moscow, we see Galbraith seated confidently as he contemplates his profound insights into economics. The monochrome aesthetic adds a timeless quality to this snapshot of a man who left an indelible mark on the field of economics until his passing in 2006. As we admire this photograph today, let us remember John Kenneth Galbraith not only as an accomplished writer but also as a visionary economist whose ideas continue to shape our understanding of pricing mechanisms and societal influences on economies around the world.
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