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.