Why are some nations richer?

This book is a wide-ranging exploration of the role of women in popular music over the last century, drawing from NPR Music's 'Turning the Tables' series. It includes stories of female artists from pioneers like Bessie Smith to modern icons like Beyoncé and Taylor Swift, highlighting their impact on music history. The book features archival interviews, essays, photographs, and illustrations, making it a vital record of women's contributions to music.

Daron Acemoglu and James Robinson argue that the success or failure of nations is determined by their political and economic institutions. They present a comprehensive theory based on 15 years of research, using historical examples from the Roman Empire, the Mayan city-states, the Soviet Union, and various other regions to demonstrate how inclusive institutions foster economic growth and prosperity, while extractive institutions lead to poverty and stagnation. The authors discuss critical questions such as China's economic growth, the future of the United States, and the most effective ways to help countries move from poverty to prosperity.