The Great Divergence

Welcome to a journey through time and economics! Today, we're diving into Kenneth Pomeranz's groundbreaking work, "The Great Divergence." This book challenges our understanding of why some nations prospered while others lagged behind. Pomeranz asks: Why did Europe and North America industrialize first, outpacing China and other Asian powers? His answer might surprise you. Through meticulous research, he argues that until 1800, parts of Asia were just as economically advanced as Europe. So what changed? Was it culture, geography, or something else entirely? Buckle up as we explore the fascinating factors that shaped our modern world and uncover the truth behind the great economic divide between East and West.

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