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The Wealth and Poverty of Nations Why Some are So Rich and Some So Poor

Paperback • 1998 • English

The Wealth and Poverty of Nations Why Some are So Rich and Some So Poor

By David S. Landes

1 Ratings • 5.0 of 5

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About the book

The history of nations is a history of haves and have-nots, and as we approach the millennium, the gap between rich and poor countries is widening. In this engrossing and important new work, eminent historian David Landes explores the complex, fascinating and often startling causes of the wealth and poverty of nations. The answers are found not only in the large forces at work in economies: geography, religion, the broad swings of politics, but also in the small surprising details. In Europe, th...Show more

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9780349111667

Publisher

Abacus

Published year

1998

Language

English

Original title

The Wealth and Poverty of Nations Why Some are So Rich and Some So Poor

Format

Paperback

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