The Elusive Quest for Growth by William Easterly

Why do some countries grow rich while others stay poor? In The Elusive Quest for Growth, renowned economist William Easterly takes you on a gripping journey through decades of failed economic experiments — and what we can learn from them.

From foreign aid to debt relief, from education drives to structural adjustment, Easterly dissects why well-intentioned policies repeatedly fall short in the developing world. With sharp wit and rigorous analysis, he challenges the orthodoxy of international development and offers a more honest, human-centered path forward.

Perfect for: Economics students, policy enthusiasts, development professionals, and anyone curious about why poverty persists despite billions in aid.

• Author: William Easterly
• Subtitle: Economists' Adventures and Misadventures in the Tropics
• Publisher: MIT Press
• Genre: Economics / Development Economics / Non-Fiction
• Pages: 342
• ISBN: 9780262550420

A must-read for anyone serious about understanding global poverty and economic development.