John Kenneth Galbraith

He was in India for years,and he understood our ways.He likes the indian philosopy an became part of a permanent fiture in delhi,we miss him

Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.

I knew the gentleman by reputation only and like many others had the greatest of respect for him. I hope Pres-elect, Obama will refer to his many writings. My deepest sympathy to his family. Cynthia Beattie, Kitchener, Ontario. November 7th, 2008.

Please accept my condolences.

God Bless

I remember Mr Galbraith for his kindness and generosity and his wit. The mark he left on this world is there for generations to learn from. A great but humble man. Rest in Peace.

Who could ever call economics the 'dismal science' having heard or read Galbraith. A giant in the world of economics and one of the few who could claim to have made economics accessible to the ordinary man. A humanist, he will be sadly missed.

I read Galbraith's Ambassodors Journal in 1970 on a TWA flight from Bombay to Chicago. He often poked fun at India & Indians but was always thought of as a friend. Public discourse is the poorer without him.

When my sister-in-law decided to do a PHD in economics. I bought her a copy of JKG's "The Great Crash." And it is with a crash of heart that I pay him tribute. For he was to me a model of humaness and compassion, qualities that many technocrats lack.

John Galbraith was an amazing man - larger than life in every sense of the word. He became a good friend of my uncle when he was Ambassador to India and I was privileged to visit him and his wife, Kitty, in their home when I was a teenager. He had a wonderful sense of humor and told the best stories.

I saw him a few times later in life when he was speaking at public forums and he was warm and gracious every time, greeting me with great bear hugs.

He will be greatly missed, not only for his contributions to economics, but for his humanity.

The incredible range of experiences and contributions to our nation has been enhanced by such a long and vigorous life. I have known Mr. Galbraith's sons and he has certainly passed on his values and intellect to them.

Your wisdom guided presidents

You remembered the common man

We are left with more than memories

Your foot prints on the sand.

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

Just the day before yesterday I was so enchanted by reading a story about Khrushchev in his book Economics, Peace, and Laughter. I wish people like him never had to leave us. Nothing can make up for him, nobody can ever replace him. Death is horrible.

I was privileged to speak to Mr. Galbraith on two occasions, both of which I think were important to him.

I did not encounter an arrogant man, but a down-to-earth man with a wonderful sense of humour.

While in my second year of college I recall Dr. Galbraith's book "Economics and the Public Purpose."I recall that our final exam had but one essay question and we had to summarize Dr. Galbraith's book and tell what this book and how it contents would shape the future in the business world.



A great book then and a great read now.This book I had first hand exposure back in 1974.



Thanks for your fine books.May the dear Lord bless your beautiful family.

Awesome Author.



Made Economics come alive

Please accept my deepest sympathies.