The Kimchi Matters : Global Business and Local Politics in a Crisis-Driven World
Author: Marvin Zonis, Dan Lefkovitz, Sam Wilkin
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ISBN: 097245621X
Publisher: Agate (24 October, 2003)
Sales Rank: 26,740
Average Customer Rating: 5 out of 5
Customer Reviews
Rating: 5 out of 5
The Rules Matter
As an American living in a third world country, I greatly appreciated this book.Utilizing poignant examples, the authors delve into what make a country and its systems successful or dysfunctional. Many factors are considered: politics, corruption, social change, stability, leadership, public unrest, bureaucracy, social institutions, government intervention, etc. And all is placed in the context of rapid globalization.
Most notable is the revolutionary insight that, no matter what other factors are involved, a country will not grow prosperous in the absence of good institutions. The rules, both overt and non-visible, by which we play are very important.
This book helped me to understand my own situation. It helped me to recognize the world's interconnectedness and the fragility of world economics. Despite America's shortcomings, it helped me to appreciate the moral fabric of America's institutions. And, finally, the book deepened my feeling that America bears great responsibilty in the world community, as a leader, a guide, and an example for others.
Foreign policy-makers and international businessmen should pay careful attention to this book's lessons.
Rating: 5 out of 5
Emerging Market investors must read this
This book provides great depth of detail about various emerging market countries and the factors affecting stability and business success. It really has everything one needs to know about the principals involved in successful emerging market investment. The breath of the authors' knowledge is impressive, and the writing style is highly accessible.
Rating: 5 out of 5
Great Kimchi
This is an awesome book! Anyone interested in the nuances of globalization and the diverse experiences of big business in the world economy should read The Kimchi Matters. I feel like I have a whole new understanding of the interaction between global and local, and between the political and economic issues which currently define our world. In addition to being so informative, The Kimchi Matters is an extremely smooth read--Zonis and co. provide several page-turning case studies that combine great storytelling and sharp analysis. I highly recommend this book for anyone interested in international relations, business, or the culture clashes caused by rampant globalization. There are many choices in this genre, but believe me, The Kimchi Matters is far ahead of the pack. Similar Products
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