A book that examines the poverty of life and the poverty of the heart. - Author: Hisao Otsuka - Title: The Poverty of Life and the Poverty of the Heart - Publisher: Misuzu Shobo - Price: 1600 yen Hisao Otsuka was a Japanese economic historian who constructed "Otsuka's historical studies" based on the research of Max Weber and Karl Marx. This book focuses on the spiritual poverty that is often overlooked in affluent societies, raising questions and offering insights into the issue. It also includes collected lectures and dialogues, touching upon the significance of studying social sciences. It is a work that examines not only economic affluence but also spiritual richness and the acquisition of self-esteem from the perspective of social science. Release date: January 1, 1978. There is a small spot stain on the top edge of the book. There are a few places where lines were drawn with a pencil. I erased them with an eraser, but there may be some overlooked. Apart from that, I think it's in good condition for its age. Non-smoking, no pets. Thank you for looking.