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Why Nations Fail

The Origins of Power, Prosperity, and Poverty

Daron Acemoglu

Discover the true factors that determine a nation's success or failure in Why Nations Fail. Acemoglu and Robinson's 15 years of extensive research conclude that political and economic institutions play a crucial role in determining a nation's economic prosperity. Using historical evidence from various nations, including the United States, Mayan city-states, and Africa, the authors provide insight into the big questions of today's society, such as the future of China's economy and the relevance of America's position in the world. Don't miss out on this eye-opening read.
Publish Date
2012-03-20T00:00:00.000Z
2012-03-20T00:00:00.000Z
Goodreads Rating
4.08
ISBN
9780307719225
Recommendations
5
Recommendations
2020-01-10T14:46:25.000Z
I started listing #BooksIRead in the year 2012. Out of the lists some books were outstanding. My 10 Books of the Decade 2010-2019 ( Books I read during the decade that were impactful to me and my work as a leader ). #BooksOfTheDecade      source
2020-02-01T09:02:01.000Z
@chapendamat1 Why Nations Fail is an amazing book. Enjoy      source
2019-06-15T10:56:04.000Z
Great book, very perceptive. I recommend it to anyone who is open-minded and keen to help build a successful nation that provides support and is home to aspirant youths. 🇿🇦      source
2012-10-30T19:28:37.000Z
Which Nations Failed? I offer a perspective on the excellent book by Profs. Acemoglu and Robinson, Why Nations Fail:      source