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And the Weak Suffer What They Must?

Europe, Austerity and the Threat to Global Stability
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And the Weak Suffer What They Must? by Yanis Varoufakis examines the historical roots and economic impact of the global financial crisis. The book provides an analysis of economic policies, focusing on Europe and the United States, and how these have shaped financial inequality and systemic vulnerabilities. Varoufakis critiques the power dynamics at play in global finance, highlighting the repercussions for weaker economies.
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This insightful book may appeal to you if you're interested in understanding the intricacies of global economics and the power dynamics between stronger and weaker nations. With a focus on how financial systems shape the world, it offers a thought-provoking analysis suitable for anyone keen on exploring socio-economic challenges and their impacts on international relations.

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A spectre is haunting Europe - the spectre of failed capitalism. In this account of Europe's economic rise and catastrophic fall, the author pinpoints the flaws in the European Union's design - a design that was thought up after the Second World War, and is responsible for Europe's fragmentation and the resurgence of racist extremism.

The world-renowned economist and former Greek finance minister presents a devastating critique of how Europe has mishandled the Eurozone crisis, offering concrete reforms for how we can save European capitalism and democracy from itself

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The world-renowned economist and former Greek finance minister presents a devastating critique of how Europe has mishandled the Eurozone crisis, offering concrete reforms for how we can save European capitalism and democracy from itself.

THE SUNDAY TIMES NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER

The most recognisable economist on the planet, Yanis Varoufakis, puts forth his case to reform an EU that currently fails its weakest citizens.

In this startling account of Europe's economic rise and catastrophic fall, Varoufakis pinpoints the flaws in the European Union's designβ€”a design thought up after the Second World War, and one responsible for Europe's fragmentation and resurgence of racist extremism.

When the financial crisis struck in 2008, the political elite's response ensured it would be the weakest citizens of the weakest nations that paid the price for the bankers' mistakes. Drawing on his personal experience of negotiations with the eurozone's financiers, and offering concrete policies to reform Europe, the former finance minister of Greece shows how we concocted this mess and points our way out of it.

And the Weak Suffer What They Must? highlights our history to tell us what we must do to save European capitalism and democracy from the abyss. With the future of Europe under intense scrutiny after Brexit, this is the must-read book to explain Europe's structural flaws and how to fix them.

'If you ever doubt what is at stake in Europeβ€”read Varoufakis's account' Guardian

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The book by Yanis Varoufakis is highly praised for its incisive analysis of Europe's economic and political crises. It's noted for its insightful examination of the global economy's development over the past fifty years and its democratic critique of the European Union. The book is described as both gripping and visionary, showcasing Varoufakis's literary talent and his deep understanding of economic and political issues. Reviews highlight its ability to provoke thought and inspire political action, reflecting universal truths about democracy and capitalism.

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ISBN: 9781784704117

Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 February 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vintage

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 237g

Pages: 336

About the Author

Yanis Varoufakis is an economist, political leader and the author of numerous bestselling books- Talking to My Daughter- A Brief History of Capitalism; Adults in the Room, a memoir of his time as finance minister of Greece; an economic history of Europe, And The Weak Suffer What They Must?; and Another Now- Dispatches from An Alternative Present. Born in Athens in 1961, he was for many years a professor of economics in Britain, Australia and the USA before he entered politics. He is co-founder of the international grassroots movement DiEM25 and a Professor of Economics at the University of Athens.

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