The Economies of Latin America

While Latin America accounts for approximately 8 percent of the world economy, easily accessible information on the economies of the region is easy to find. The existing literature on Latin American economics usually assumes some previous familiarity with the region and is focused on government policy choices. The Economies of Latin America is a book for the general reader needing a quick introduction to the economics of the region.

The book is composed of three parts. The first part explains its economic history and a description of the central economic problems of Latin America. The second offers country-specific details. The final part deals with the economic future of the region where the author puts forth a Latin American version of success.

This book is a useful, in-depth introduction for students of Latin American economics as well as the general reader.