Lessons from the Poor: Triumph of the Entrepreneurial Spirit

Focusing on productive entrepreneurship, the book provides case studies from Africa and Latin America, highlighting the growth of Kenya's chain stores and kiosks, barter clubs in Argentina, and Nigeria's clothing-design industry. It explores how these examples illustrate economists' insights into entrepreneurship and emphasizes the impact of government regulations on economic development. Through these real-world scenarios, the text sheds light on the challenges and opportunities faced by entrepreneurs in these regions.