52 pages 1 hour read

Joseph E. Stiglitz

Globalization and Its Discontents

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2002

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Joseph E. Stiglitz's Globalization and Its Discontents has received significant acclaim for its critical insights into the flaws of global economic policies and institutions. Praised for its clarity and thorough analysis, the book is also critiqued for occasional bias and oversimplification. Notably, it engages readers in crucial debates about globalization’s impact, making it an essential yet sometimes contentious read.

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Who Should Read Globalization and Its Discontents?

A reader who would enjoy Globalization and Its Discontents by Joseph E. Stiglitz is typically interested in economics, international relations, and critiques of neoliberal policies. Comparable works include Naomi Klein's No Logo and Thomas Piketty's Capital in the Twenty-First Century. These readers favor in-depth analyses and critical perspectives on global economic systems.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Business / Economics
Politics / Government
History: World
Themes
Society: Economics
Society: Globalization
Values/Ideas: Power & Greed