On Globalization And Its Discontent By Joseph Stiglitz

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Book Review On Globalization and its Discontent By Joseph E. Stiglitz A book review by Michaela Evia To be passed to Ms. Susan Lucero I. INTRODUCTION Joseph Stiglit’s focused on criticizing the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and how globalization makes the rich countries richer and the poor countries poorer. At first, I thought that the book was too technical for a beginner on the subject to understand, but he was able explain well the contents of this book. This book is very informational for people, who are into globalization and economic development. His sharp critiques on globalizations, particularly on the International Monetary Fund (IMF), that was based on his own experiences. In this book, he emphasized the effect of globalization on the Least Developed Countries as well as on the Developed Countries. I chose On Globalization and its Discontent because aside from the striking title of the book, it also the sincere opinions of Joseph Stiglitz. Also, I chose this book aside from it being required, I figured out that this book will be of good help for me in the near future – if I want to pursue this track – with all the information that were given by Stiglitz. This book review is divided into four parts, which are (i) Introduction, (ii) Chapter Summary, (iii) Review proper, and (iv) Concluding words. In the chapter summary, I just explained simply the gist of the chapters in 4 - 5 sentences. While in review proper, I quoted from the book the sentence / paragraph that I agreed in. lastly, you will see the things that I have agreed in to. Lastly, in the concluding part, I just recommended the book to the people who are in globalization and economic development. In this book review, you will see my opinions and insights of... ... middle of paper ... ...idened my knowledge in globalization and gave me different views in it. He made me realize that not all international organizations are doing exactly what they promised to advocate. I will definitely recommend this to others who are interested in globalization and economic development because this is a very informational book that will be helpful to them if they want to broaden their knowledge. Stiglitz’ opinion regarding globalization when combined to the readers’ perspective in globalization will be beneficial for those who agree and disagree with his opinions because the readers will surely question their knowledge with regards to the international economic organizations, whether they are really doing their jobs or were they just doing their “jobs” for their own self-interests. This book will certainly enhance a reader’s argument skills while reading this book.

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