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The book presents a compelling argument that corporations, as legal entities, exhibit traits akin to psychopathy, driven by self-interest and often engaging in harmful behaviors. It explores how this unchecked destructiveness can result in significant scandals and societal damage, urging readers to reconsider the legal and ethical frameworks governing corporate conduct. Through this lens, the author critiques the systemic issues within corporate structures and advocates for a reevaluation of their societal role.
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The Corporation: The Pathological Pursuit of Profit and Power, Joel Bakan
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- Released
- 2005
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- Joel Bakan
- Publisher
- Free Press
- Released
- 2005
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 240
- ISBN13
- 9780743247467
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Social Sciences, Historical Themes, History, Business, Business & Management, Political Science & Politics, Politics, Economics, Sociology, Society
- Original title
- The corporation
- Rating
- 4.1 out of 5
- Description
- The book presents a compelling argument that corporations, as legal entities, exhibit traits akin to psychopathy, driven by self-interest and often engaging in harmful behaviors. It explores how this unchecked destructiveness can result in significant scandals and societal damage, urging readers to reconsider the legal and ethical frameworks governing corporate conduct. Through this lens, the author critiques the systemic issues within corporate structures and advocates for a reevaluation of their societal role.