Bad Samaritans

In Bad Samaritans, Ha-Joon Chang challenges the mainstream belief that free trade and unfettered capitalism are the surest paths to development, using historical examples to demonstrate that many now-wealthy nations achieved prosperity through protectionism and government intervention. He critiques the policies promoted by international organizations and highlights the importance of reevaluating economic strategies for developing countries. Chang advocates for a more compassionate approach, urging wealthy nations like America to support, rather than impose upon, struggling nations' growth.