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The New Confessions of an Economic Hit Man

How America really took over the world
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The New Confessions of an Economic Hit Man by John Perkins is a gripping exploration of how economic strategies are used to manipulate global politics and economies for the benefit of elite interests. Perkins provides an insider's perspective, sharing his experiences of working to persuade countries to accept substantial loans which lead them into a cycle of debt and dependency. This expanded edition delves into more contemporary economic practices, exposing their impacts on the modern world.
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You might find this book compelling if you are intrigued by stories of international intrigue and the personal confessions of someone who has worked behind the scenes of international finance. It explores the darker aspects of global economics, offering a gripping and thought-provoking narrative about the influence and consequences of economic policies on international relations.

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A breathtaking expose of who really holds the power in America, and how their henchmen have infiltrated every system of government, economics, and society today.

THE WORD OF MOUTH INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER NOW UPDATED WITH 15 EXPLOSIVE NEW CHAPTERS

False economics. Threats, bribes, extortion. Debt, deception, coups, assassinations, and unbridled military power. These are the tools used by the 'corporatocracy' - a vast network of corporations, banks, colluding governments, and rich and powerful individuals - to ensure that they retain and expand their wealth and influence, growing richer and richer as the poor become poorer.

In his original, post-9/11 book, John Perkins revealed how he was recruited as an economic hit man in the 1970s, and exposed the corrupt methods American corporations use to spread their influence in the developing world, cheating countries out of trillions of dollars. In this new, extensively updated edition, he lays bare the latest, terrifying evolution of the economic hit man, and how the system has become even more entrenched and powerful than ever before.

In The New Confessions of an Economic Hit Man, John Perkins provides fresh and chilling evidence of how the corporatocracy has grown its influence to every corner of the globe, making us all unwitting slaves to their regime. But he also provides advice on how we can end our unconscious support of the system and its self-serving, lethal economy.

"Perkins has, once again, made a substantial contribution to a world that needs whistle-blowers to open its eyes to the true sources of political, social, and economic power" - Yanis Varoufakis

"It comes from the heart. I highly recommend it." - Michael Brownstein

"It's all here in toe-curling detail" - Guardian

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The New Confessions of an Economic Hit Man is praised for its personal and honest narrative, as John Perkins shares his moral awakening and insights into the corrupt global economic system. Reviewers highlight the book's immediacy and emotional impact, setting it apart from other analyses of American influence. It is recommended for its eye-opening revelations about the forces shaping global politics and economics, offering valuable perspectives on systemic issues and the power dynamics at play.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781785033858

Publisher: Ebury Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 July 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Ebury Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 125.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 263g

Pages: 384

About the Author

John Perkins was formerly Chief Economist at a major international consulting firm where he advised the World Bank, United Nations, the IMF, U.S. Treasury Department, Fortune 500 corporations, and governments in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. Since then, his books on economics, geo-politics, and indigenous cultures have sold more than 1 million copies. He is a founder and board member of Dream Change and The Pachamama Alliance, nonprofits devoted to establishing a world our children will want to inherit. www.johnperkins.org

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