Daron Acemoğlu
Daron Acemoğlu is a prominent Turkish-American economist, currently serving as the Elizabeth and James Killian Professor of Economics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Born on September 3, 1967, in Istanbul, Turkey, Acemoğlu is best known for his research on political economy, economic development, income and wage inequality, human capital theory, and the role of institutions in economic growth. He is the co-author of the influential book 'Why Nations Fail', which explores how economic and political institutions affect economic success and development across countries. Acemoğlu has received numerous awards for his work, including the John Bates Clark Medal in 2005.
Books
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1. Why Nations Fail
This book delves into the origins of power, prosperity, and poverty, arguing that the fate of nations is determined not by geography, culture, or ignorance, but rather by the institutions that shape economic incentives and political power. It contrasts inclusive institutions, which enable and encourage participation by the great mass of people in economic activities that make the best use of their talents and skills, with extractive institutions, which are designed to extract incomes and wealth from one subset of society to benefit a different subset. Through a wide array of historical examples and analysis, the authors demonstrate how the interplay between these institutions has led to divergent paths of development among nations, suggesting that those with inclusive institutions tend to enjoy greater prosperity and success.
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