“Hoover Institution economist Sowell minces no words in his hard-hitting survey of global wealth and poverty…His compelling survey of what generates success and failure worldwide will challenge committed progressives…Open-minded readers will find Sowell’s directness, honesty, and common sense refreshing and often wise.”

“A worthwhile read. Had such an approach been available in this reviewer’s student days, his understanding of the world would be that much better.”

“Challenging contrasting views of prominent academics, including Nobel Prize–winning economist Joseph Stiglitz, Sowell throws down the gauntlet to his peers with differing positions. This challenging book will enhance and promote ongoing and important debates and discussions.”

“A provocative analysis of the universal causes of economic success and failure…While Sowell offers no pat solutions, his implied argument that cultural considerations must inform any serious attempt at improving the economic prospects of an underperforming nation or group merits serious consideration.”

“Transcending partisanship through a careful examination of data, Wealth, Poverty, and Politics reveals the truth about the most explosive political issue of our time.”

“Sowell is…the most original and interesting philosopher at work in America.”

“I’ve read all his books and never been even faintly disappointed.”