Why Nations Fail: The Origins of Power, Prosperity, and Poverty

by Daron Acemoglu, James A. Robinson

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Why Nations Fail examines the origins of power, prosperity, and poverty. Written by Daron Acemoglu and James A. Robinson, this widely recognized nonfiction work explores national development and the forces connected with differing economic outcomes. It was recognized as a bestseller and received notable year-end and award attention.

ISBN-13 9780307719225 ASIN 0307719227 Views 861 Publisher Crown Currency Year 2013 Edition Reprint Format Paperback Product Group Book Pages 544 Adult No Created February 08, 2026 Updated October 02, 2026

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Why Nations Fail examines the origins of power, prosperity, and poverty.

Daron Acemoglu and James A. Robinson present a broad nonfiction study of national development and economic outcomes.

The book has received substantial public and critical attention, including bestseller recognition and a Financial Times and Goldman Sachs Business Book of the Year finalist distinction.