The Big Truck That Went By
How the World Came to Save Haiti and Left Behind a Disaster
Jonathan M. Katz
This gripping first-hand account takes readers inside the devastation of Haiti's deadliest earthquake in 2010. Investigating the aftermath of the $16.3 billion in global pledges to aid the country, the author uncovers startling truths about international aid and its impact on poor countries. With a darkly humorous and unexpected portrayal of Haiti's leaders and people, this book is a definitive account of not only the earthquake but the world we live in today.
Publish Date
2013-01-08T00:00:00.000Z
2013-01-08T00:00:00.000Z
Goodreads Rating
4.12
ISBN
023034187X
Recommendations
1
Recommendations
2022-12-09T16:06:48.000Z
@jessesingal You guys may have argued On Here (I don't know, I don't read every tweet) but I highly recommend @KatzOnEarth's book: – source