Boomerang: Travels in the New Third World
Boomerang: Travels in the New Third World
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Brief
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Book • Nonfiction
Various Locations • 2000s
2012
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Boomerang: Travels in the New Third World, Michael Lewis examines the financial crises in various countries, including Iceland, Greece, Ireland, Germany, and the United States. Through firsthand accounts and analysis, Lewis explores the causes and consequences of economic collapse, highlighting the impact on individuals and the pervasive influence of financial mismanagement globally.
Informative
Mysterious
Unnerving
Humorous
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Michael Lewis's Boomerang: Travels in the New Third World is praised for its engaging writing and insightful analysis of financial crises in various countries. Critics commend its clarity in explaining complex economic issues, although some note a lack of depth in certain areas. Overall, it offers a captivating and informative read on global financial turmoil.
Who Should Read Boomerang: Travels in the New Third World?
Readers who enjoy The Big Short by Michael Lewis or Freakonomics by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner would likely be captivated by Boomerang: Travels in the New Third World. The book offers insightful analysis of global financial crises through engaging narratives, appealing to those interested in economics and political commentary.
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Book • Nonfiction
Various Locations • 2000s
2012
Adult
18+ years
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