Neoliberalism and the Moral Economy of Fraud (Routledge Frontiers of Political Economy)

Book Details

• Author: David Whyte

• Brand: Taylor & Francis Ltd

• Edition: 1st Edition

• Binding: Paperback

• Number of Pages: 276

• Release Date: 16-06-2017

• ISBN: 9781138058057

• Languages: English

• Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.7 inches

About The Book

In Neoliberalism and the Moral Economy of Fraud, David Whyte examines the rising tide of economic fraud across the globe, revealing how deeply embedded fraud has become in both high- and low-income countries. The book explores the moral and sociocultural implications of neoliberal policies, showing how they have reshaped economies and encouraged widespread fraudulent practices in today’s globalized world.

Whyte investigates how neoliberal reforms and values have fostered an environment where economic crime is no longer the exception but a routine part of business. Through case studies from the Global North and South, the book delves into the moral worlds that sustain fraud, challenging the view that fraudulent practices are the result of just a few “bad apples.” Instead, it highlights how neoliberalism’s dominance in social relations, values, and practices has created a fertile ground for corruption and fraud.

This interdisciplinary work, with contributions from sociology, anthropology, political science, economics, and criminology, provides invaluable insights into the moral underpinnings of contemporary fraud. It is an essential read for anyone interested in political economy, development studies, social policy, criminology, or the broader implications of neoliberalism in shaping modern societal structures.

Neoliberalism and the Moral Economy of Fraud offers a critical and thorough examination of the global proliferation of fraud, making it an indispensable resource for scholars and students alike.