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| CONFESSIONS from John Perkins |
Author: John Perkins
ISBN: 0452287081
Topic: Economics
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publication Year: 2004
REVIEW:
SPONSOR: Business Books
John Perkins gives a first-hand account of a world in which US corporations wildly over predict the growth that will follow big infrastructure projects in the developing world, convincing aid organizations to give big loans for these projects, resulting in big projects (and big money) for American firms and crippling debt for poor nations.
Part of the book tells of his own experiences, generating false predictions and both giving and receiving bribes. Having had a similar experience while running a business unit overseas, I empathized with the weight of situational ethics.
I enjoyed the travel details but found some of his conclusions contrived. Perkins adopts a confessional tone and does an excellent job of transporting me to the scene. Perkins provides extensive references for those who would like to read more.
If you are going to work abroad, I recommend Confessions of an Economic Hitman, if nothing else, to rid you of being naive. This will help with your mission.
Sponsor: Rare Books
