Wayne Ellwood se centra en cuestiones globales, explorando temas complejos como la globalización con un enfoque claro y accesible. Su escritura, informada por su amplia experiencia en periodismo y edición, ofrece a los lectores una profunda comprensión del desarrollo mundial. Ellwood busca desmitificar los desafíos globales, brindando ideas prácticas para aquellos que buscan comprender el mundo que les rodea. Su objetivo es hacer que los temas complejos sean comprensibles y fomentar un discurso más informado.
Globalization has shrunk the world in the name of free trade and broken down many of the boundaries between peoples. But it has also been a powerful driver of inequality, over-consumption and corporate control.
This book delves into the complexities of the global economic system, shedding light on its underlying mechanisms and the interests that drive it. It critically examines the various forces at play, revealing how they shape economic policies and outcomes. Through insightful analysis, it aims to provide readers with a clearer understanding of who benefits from the current economic structure and the implications for society at large.
The prevailing model of endless economic growth is unsustainable. This book unpicks the idea of degrowth and explores alternative visions.