The Rise and Fall of Nations

Discover the ten rules to spotting political, economic, and social changes in real time with this practical guide to economics. Renowned traveler Ruchir Sharma's The Rise and Fall of Nations draws on his encounters with everyone from villagers to tycoons to presidents to reveal how to read political headlines, black markets, and even the price of onions to predict countries' fortunes. With insights for navigating both the post-crisis era and any era, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the forces at work in our world.