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The political and economic history of Latin America has been marked by great hopes and even greater disappointments. This book asks 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.

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"Sebastian Edwards's book is a must read for anyone interested in the economy of Latin America-past, present, and future. No one knows Latin America better than Edwards. And the experience of Latin America offers lessons for every developing country about what to do and what to avoid." -Martin Feldstein"

Left Behind Latin America and the False Promise

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      Publisher: The University of Chicago Press
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 01/06/2010
      ISBN13: 9780226184784, 978-0226184784
      ISBN10: 0226184781

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      The political and economic history of Latin America has been marked by great hopes and even greater disappointments. This book asks 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
      "Sebastian Edwards's book is a must read for anyone interested in the economy of Latin America-past, present, and future. No one knows Latin America better than Edwards. And the experience of Latin America offers lessons for every developing country about what to do and what to avoid." -Martin Feldstein"

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