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Book SynopsisThe political and economic history of Latin America has been marked by great hopes and even greater disappointments. This book explains why the nations of Latin America have failed to share in the fruits of globalization and highlights the dangers of the turn to economic populism in the region.
Trade Review"A masterly analysis that explains why economic populism in Latin America has been unable to reduce poverty - and never will. A must read for anyone eager to see Latin American countries move towards modern, inclusive, and sustainable market economies under a single rule of law." (Hernando de Soto, author of The Other Path and The Mystery of Capital) "A brilliant blow-by-blow account of economic policy decisions and their effects in each of three key countries: Chile, Argentina, and Mexico" (Times Literary Supplement)"
