The Chile Project: The Story of the Chicago Boys and the Downfall of Neoliberalism

The Chile Project is a groundbreaking book that reveals the untold story of how Chile became home to the world's most radical free-market experiment, and what its downfall suggests about the fate of neoliberalism around the globe.

Written by Sebastian Edwards, a renowned economist and expert on Latin American politics, this book provides a behind-the-scenes history of the spread and consequences of free-market thinking that dominated economic policymaking in the second half of the 20th century. With a unique blend of historical analysis and contemporary insights, The Chile Project sheds light on the factors that led to the rise of neoliberalism in Chile and its eventual demise under the leadership of Gabriel Boric, a young former student activist who was elected president in 2021.

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State Department's "Chile Project" to the implementation of the purest neoliberal model in the world, this book offers a comprehensive and compelling account of how Chile became a laboratory for free-market policies and what lessons can be learned from its experience. Whether you are interested in economics, politics, or social justice, The Chile Project is an essential read that will provide you with a new perspective on the fate of neoliberalism and the future of economic policymaking around the world.

So why wait? Order your copy today and discover the fascinating story of how Chile became home to the world's most radical free-market experiment!