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Some Are Smarter than Others : The History of Marcos' Crony Capitalism

Some Are Smarter than Others : The History of Marcos' Crony Capitalism

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Some Are Smarter than Others : The History of Marcos' Crony Capitalism

by Manapat, Ricardo

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9789719128700
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New York: Aletheia Publications, 1991. NOT a library discard. Very Good condition. NO spine creases. Bright, square and tight. NO owner's name or bookplate. NO underlining. NO highlighting. NO margin notes. 1991. Revised & Enlarged Edition. This is an expanded and updated version of the now-classic pamphlet of the same title that was published in 1979. From the rear cover: "This book documents in detail how state power was used to intervene in the economy during Marcos' rule. It focuses on how privilege and wealth were created for a few individuals while the country was inexorably pushed into increasing underdevelopment and the majority of the Filipinos were consigned to live in abject poverty." Impressively documented. 7" wide by 10" tall. Bound in the original black wrappers with white panels and black, white and red lettering.. Revised & Enlarged Edition. Softcover. Very Good condition. (xii), 618pp. Great Packaging, Fast Shipping.

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Title
Some Are Smarter than Others : The History of Marcos' Crony Capitalism
Author
Manapat, Ricardo
Format/Binding
Paperback
Book Condition
Used - Very Good condition
Edition
Revised & Enlarged Edition
ISBN 10
9719128704
ISBN 13
9789719128700
Publisher
Aletheia Publications
Place of Publication
New York
Date Published
1991
Keywords
Imelda Marcos. Philippines.
Bookseller catalogs
Politics / Government / International Relations;
Size
(xii), 618pp

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