In The World’s Worst Bet, David J Lynch argues that the drive to increase global commerce was motivated by a strategic misjudgment by the US. Photograph: Scott McIntyre/The New York Times
The World’s Worst Bet: How The Globalisation Gamble Went Wrong (And What Would Make It Right) Author : David J Lynch ISBN-13 : 1541704061 Publisher : Public Affairs Guideline Price : £28
This work on trade policy begins with a description of charred corpses. It is a visceral image, not typical of works of economics.
They were the casualties of protests that led to the overthrow of the Indonesian ruler, Suharto, after decades in power. This is a reminder that charged debates about living standards can spill over to the street.
At time of writing, Jakarta is again gripped with unrest.
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