Offshore: (Stealth Wealth and the New Colonialism)

Offshore: (Stealth Wealth and the New Colonialism)

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Sep 17, 2024 · English · Hardcover (176 pages)
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Format Hardcover
Pages 176
Language English
Published Sep 17, 2024
Publisher W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN-10 1324064943
ISBN-13 9781324064947

Description

Brooke Harrington explores the hidden world of offshore finance, an intricate web that benefits the wealthy at the expense of democratic values. Through meticulous research, she unveils the mechanisms that allow affluent individuals to minimize taxes, obscure their wealth, and shape global policy in their favor.

The book reveals how this secretive system not only creates an ever-widening gap between the rich and the poor but also fosters a new form of colonialism. As financial power shifts to elite individuals, the implications for societies and governments are profound, challenging the very essence of democracy and accountability.

Harrington's engaging narrative sheds light on a complex topic, making it accessible to readers who might be unfamiliar with financial intricacies. She encourages critical thinking about the societal impacts of offshore wealth and calls for a reassessment of the systems that uphold inequality.

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Business & Economics
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