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Ha-Joon Chang
ISBN 9781905211371
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Bad Samaritans
Who it's for: Readers interested in economics and development policy
In Bad Samaritans, Ha-Joon Chang challenges the conventional wisdom that free markets lead to economic success. He argues that developed countries have historically used protectionist policies to grow and that developing nations should not blindly follow neoliberal economic advice. Why read this book? A thought-provoking critique of global capitalism. Explains complex economic concepts in an accessible way. Offers a fresh perspective on economic development and trade policies. About the Author Ha-Joon Chang is a South Korean economist known for his critical views on neoliberalism. His other works include 23 Things They Don't Tell You About Capitalism and Edible Economics.
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- Challenges conventional free-market wisdom
- Argues developed countries used protectionist policies
- Explains complex economic concepts accessibly
- Offers fresh perspective on development and trade
- Written by economist Ha-Joon Chang
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What is the main argument of Bad Samaritans?
The book argues that developed countries historically used protectionist policies to grow, and developing nations should not blindly follow neoliberal economic advice.
Who is the author?
Ha-Joon Chang, a South Korean economist known for critical views on neoliberalism, also wrote 23 Things They Don't Tell You About Capitalism and Edible Economics.
Is this book accessible to non-economists?
Yes, it explains complex economic concepts in an accessible way.
What topics does it cover?
It covers economic development, trade policies, and critiques of global capitalism.


