Brilliant and engagingly written, Why Nations Fail answers the question that has stumped the experts for centuries: Why are some nations rich and others poor, divided by wealth and poverty, health and sickness, food and famine? Is it culture, the weather, geography?
Perhaps ignorance of what the right policies are? Simply, no. None of these factors is either definitive or destiny. Otherwise, how to explain why Botswana has become one of the fastest growing countries in the world, while other African nations, such as Zimbabwe, the Congo, and Sierra Leone, are mired in poverty and violence?
Daron Acemoglu and James Robinson conclusively show that it is man-made political and economic institutions that underlie economic success (or lack of it). Korea, to take just one of their fascinating examples, is a remarkably homogeneous nation, yet the people of North Korea are among the poorest on earth while their brothers and sisters in South Korea are among the richest. The south forged a society that created incentives, rewarded innovation, and allowed everyone to participate in economic opportunities.
The economic success thus spurred was sustained because the government became accountable and responsive to citizens and the great mass of people. Sadly, the people of the north have endured decades of famine, political repression, and very different economic institutions—with no end in sight. The differences between the Koreas is due to the politics that created these completely different institutional trajectories.
Based on fifteen years of original research Acemoglu and Robinson marshall extraordinary historical evidence from the Roman Empire, the Mayan city-states, medieval Venice, the Soviet Union, Latin America, England, Europe, the United States, and Africa to build a new theory of political economy with great relevance for the big questions of today, including: - China has built an authoritarian growth machine.
Will it continue to grow at such high speed and overwhelm the West? - Are America’s best days behind it? Are we moving from a virtuous circle in which efforts by elites to aggrandize power are resisted to a vicious one that enriches and empowers a small minority? - What is the most effective way to help move billions of people from the rut of poverty to prosperity?
More philanthropy from the wealthy nations of the West? Or learning the hard-won lessons of Acemoglu and Robinson’s breakthrough ideas on the interplay between inclusive political and economic institutions? Why Nations Fail will change the way you look at—and understand—the world."
Miriam Boke –
Thirsty Kipsoywet is a POWERHOUSE. Your talent and ability to tell stories is mind blowing. This book has been a masterpiece and i enjoyed every bit of it. Interesting how the book was so interesting that i didnt wanna finish reading it but couldnt help but finish because i was curious to know what happens next to jomba😂💯
Give us another book soon. Good job and bless you jomba
Dennis Wakarimy –
Before diving in, have you experienced ‘The Bandit’ by Thirsty Kipsoiwet Chemnjor? If not, before you immerse yourself in ‘Escape from Australia’ first lay the groundwork from ‘The Bandit’ for his captivating narratives.
‘Escape From Australia ‘ is a tale resonating with ambition, addressing the struggle of African men to reconcile their own aspirations with societal pressures, particularly in marriage. Chemnjor skillfully weaves humor throughout, with moments like the unforgettable Rumba scene in Nakuru that had me blissful. What truly sets his storytelling apart is the unexpected twists, where a positive narrative suddenly takes a dark turn when his ‘bad spirits’ return to torment him. It’s this unpredictability that keeps readers hooked and eager for more.
Let’s rally behind Kenyan content creators like Chemnjor; their stories offer a unique perspective that’s both entertaining and thought-provoking. Dive into his work, and you won’t be disappointed.
Dennis Wakarimy –
“Before diving in, have you experienced ‘The Bandit’ by Thirsty Kipsoiwet Chemnjor? If not, before you immerse yourself in ‘Escape from Australia’ first lay the groundwork from ‘The Bandit’ for his captivating narratives.
‘Escape From Australia ‘ is a tale resonating with ambition, addressing the struggle of African men to reconcile their own aspirations with societal pressures, particularly in marriage. Chemnjor skillfully weaves humor throughout, with moments like the unforgettable Rumba scene in Nakuru that had me blissful. What truly sets his storytelling apart is the unexpected twists, where a positive narrative suddenly takes a dark turn when his ‘bad spirits’ return to torment him. It’s this unpredictability that keeps readers hooked and eager for more.
Let’s rally behind Kenyan content creators like Chemnjor; their stories offer a unique perspective that’s both entertaining and thought-provoking. Dive into his work, and you won’t be disappointed.”
teacher.victorkipkorir –
Wow!, what an incredible journey! From the first page to the last, I was completely immersed in this masterpiece. The characters felt so real, each with their own depth and complexity, making it impossible not to become emotionally invested. The plot was expertly crafted, full of twists and turns that kept me on the edge of my seat. And the writing itself was just stunning, with beautiful prose that brought every scene to life especially Thisty Kipsoiwet’s choice of language shifting from Kalenjin to Kiswahili and English. I couldn’t put it down and found myself thinking about it long after I turned the final page, Kipsoiwet’s humour left my ribs literally cracked😆. This is without a doubt one of the best short stories I’ve ever read, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone looking for a truly unforgettable literary experience. Thumbs up,my schoolmate👍🏿👍🏿.
KIPKOECH NG’ENO –
Chemjor is a good example of phrase”RIP” resisting in peace 🕊️ is gonna occur in heaven. Design yy ana jituma yet doors ain’t thinking twice to close without considering his hands are an the edge na zina mfinya ” hurts 🤕 so good “,, being romantic to extreme pple think ni madawa knowing very well it’s gonaaâ pay well burt it only , makes him look like a good trying husband and dad lakini wapy ,, Him trying his ways via prayers, research on YouTube trying to make ends meet ain’t a joke sarcasm in his clothes in the car wash ,, finally his arrival in Australia & his survival thought of dog walks without being noticed 👏 , his cooking skills and ability to maintain cool in his cruel wife treatment 🥴,, he suffers a reality imagination design if he needed help I would offer even deprived chance to see his daughter 🥺 ,, his return is tragic tho ” In a dream he saw those who praying for his downfall.”” Ebu please when he landed ame pona ?? The woman who was to help him did she ? Did he go back ?
Do another of revenge of Chemjor being able to stand and getting the money ,, at least we see a good life for him before departure to rest in heaven,, imagine ile kofi ali pewa na Tekla time ali mpata aki “nyonga ” he needs a good life ,, life here for him was like ancestors had decided he was to pay for wrong in his family,, alafu kibera hua tuna chapa wezi iyo design 🤔 ,, u exaggerated,, shops in Muthurwa ain’t bad then for pockets of us middle men hûùh ,
I like the imagination brought in the dark agel ,, is there such beauty 🤔 in reality , drawing people mad
Mokhomberö and ground nuts seeeèms to be evidence of improvement of man’s regime 😹 I like the terror brought in the woman acting as a “sponsor ” the creativity of the cousins is fantastic. It’s a very nice book,Kongoi mising Chemnjor
KIPKOECH NG’ENO –
Chemjor is a good example of phrase”RIP” resisting in peace 🕊️ is gonna occur in heaven. Design yy ana jituma yet doors ain’t thinking twice to close without considering his hands are an the edge na zina mfinya ” hurts 🤕 so good “,, being romantic to extreme pple think ni madawa knowing very well it’s gonaaâ pay well burt it only , makes him look like a good trying husband and dad lakini wapy ,, Him trying his ways via prayers, research on YouTube trying to make ends meet ain’t a joke sarcasm in his clothes in the car wash ,, finally his arrival in Australia & his survival thought of dog walks without being noticed 👏 , his cooking skills and ability to maintain cool in his cruel wife treatment 🥴,, he suffers a reality imagination design if he needed help I would offer even deprived chance to see his daughter 🥺 ,, his return is tragic tho ” In a dream he saw those who praying for his downfall.”” Ebu please when he landed ame pona ?? The woman who was to help him did she ? Did he go back ?
Do another of revenge of Chemjor being able to stand and getting the money ,, at least we see a good life for him before departure to rest in heaven,, imagine ile kofi ali pewa na Tekla time ali mpata aki “nyonga ” he needs a good life ,, life here for him was like ancestors had decided he was to pay for wrong in his family,, alafu kibera hua tuna chapa wezi iyo design 🤔 ,, u exaggerated,, shops in Muthurwa ain’t bad then for pockets of us middle men hûùh ,
I like the imagination brought in the dark agel ,, is there such beauty 🤔 in reality , drawing people mad
Mokhomberö and ground nuts seeeèms to be evidence of improvement of man’s regime 😹 I like the terror brought in the woman acting as a “sponsor ” the creativity of the cousins is fantastic,,
Nathan Bett –
“Escape from Australia” is a rollercoaster of emotions! From the heartfelt moments in the first chapter, especially starting from page 120, to the laugh-out-loud scenes at the beginning, this book kept me hooked. The storytelling captures experiences that resonate with Western countries, making it relatable. The second chapter’s addictive nature kept me turning pages eagerly. Mr. Chemnjore, keep these captivating stories coming—both real and fictional!
Nathan Bett –
This book is a rollercoaster of emotions! The first chapter about the escape from Australia had me hooked, feeling all sorts of emotions. It’s like reliving similar stories from Western countries’ “marriages”. The from second chapter’s short stories were addictive, keeping me glued to the pages.
I encourage the author, Mr. Chemnjor, Jomba, to keep writing more stories like these—real and fictional. They truly resonate with readers and make for captivating reads!
Evans Tanui –
I would have given more than a 5 star for this great Author. The book Escape From Australia captivates the reader fully and makes you yearn for more. The delivery of the message in English and local dialect makes it more enjoyable to read. I recommend Makiadi’s work.
Ken –
A well composed piece of art. Been a big fan of makiadi because of his literary prowess. Right from the characters to the plot you can feel the raw emotions just by reading😃that was awsome
John Gichuru –
Escape from Australia, Just Like the Bandit by Chemnjor is an amazing read that leaves the reader yearning for more. The collection of non-fiction stories by Makiadi showcases his skills in grasping the reader’s mind and immersing them into the author’s point of view. The transitions from English to lugha za nyumbani make the stories even more interesting and you get the message “direct”. I’d recommend Chemnjor’s work to anyone, any day. I am looking forward to more stories from Jomba.
Patience –
I have become to be a fun of his books,his writing skills are up to par the storyline will leave you in stitches.
That first story for escape from Australia mayooo left me in stitches because when he was trying to spice up the marriage Mama Wa Nyumba anajua only one style 🤣🤣🤣
Buy the book,ensure you have enough energy for laughter
Jacque –
What a rollercoster of emotions as I read this book. From the highs to the lows,from the seriousness to the wittiness. I love that I could see all the characters and Thirsty Kipsoiwet’s thoughts through as I read. He is a great storyteller and I felt like I was living in that world with him. His narrative voice is wonderful and brilliant as he brings out all emotions brilliantly which makes for a great read!
Sunna –
Escape from Australia is a perfect painting masterpiece.Yet another gem from Thirsty Kipsoiwet.He is raw as always..the loves are provoking and his swift shift of priorities in the middle of chaos will have your emotions change from sadness to laughter in a second.The suspense in his stories will leave you yearning for more… literally.
Sunna –
Escape from Australia is a perfectly painted masterpiece which portrays the author’s emotions when life is pushing him to the edge..his swift change of priorities in the middle of chaos will have your emotions shift from sadness to laughter in a second.The thrill in this masterpiece will leave you yearning for more.
mwauemmanuel –
Wueh!
Wasomi,
Prepare to embark on a linguistic rollercoaster as Kipsoiwet takes you on a wild ride through the chaotic corridors of his encounters. Up the rolling hills of Marakwet, through the plains of Eldoret, to the dusty Nairobi, wild Australia and back, this literary virtuoso effortlessly weaves English, Swahili, and Kalenjin into a tapestry of hilarity, leaving readers in stitches and scrambling for whatever can save you from his humor.
In this masterpiece, Kipsoiwet not only showcases Kenyans’ unparalleled mastery of multiple languages but also disrupts the conventional norms of book writing. Move over, single-language (monotonic) authors – Chemjor is here to revolutionize the literary world with his linguistic kaleidoscope.
With the finesse of a wordsmith and the comedic timing of a seasoned comedian, Thirsty K – as “they” call him – paints a vivid picture of his family dynamics, graduation realities, the struggles scoped through his vulnerable eye, and the legendary strength in his world-renown sideburns. Not even the tears of a lion would erode such vivacity!
As he navigates the delicate balance between tradition and modernity, Kipsoiwet emerges as the stubborn disruptor, challenging the status quo of family expectations and societal norms. Forget the stale tales of ordinary “sleuth”; Kipsoiwet injects life, laughter, and linguistic dexterity into every paragraph. Every word serving a purpose, I swear!
In a world where conformity reigns supreme, Chemjor stands tall as the thirsty-in-chief, turning the mundane into the extraordinary, one multilingual sentence at a time. Brace yourselves for a literary journey like no other – the legend is the disruptor we didn’t know we needed in the book-writing and readership market. Move over, self-acclaimed New York bestseller; there’s a new linguistic maestro in town!
Happy Reader
Emmanuel Mwau –
Wueh!
Wasomi,
Prepare to embark on a linguistic rollercoaster as Kipsoiwet takes you on a wild ride through the chaotic corridors of his encounters. Up the rolling hills of Marakwet, through the plains of Eldoret, to the dusty Nairobi, wild Australia and back, this literary virtuoso effortlessly weaves English, Swahili, and Kalenjin into a tapestry of hilarity, leaving readers in stitches and scrambling for whatever can save you from his humor.
In this masterpiece, Kipsoiwet not only showcases Kenyans’ unparalleled mastery of multiple languages but also disrupts the conventional norms of book writing. Move over, single-language (monotonic) authors – Chemjor is here to revolutionize the literary world with his linguistic kaleidoscope.
With the finesse of a wordsmith and the comedic timing of a seasoned comedian, Thirsty K – as “they” call him – paints a vivid picture of his family dynamics, graduation realities, the struggles scoped through his vulnerable eye, and the legendary strength in his world-renown sideburns. Not even the tears of a lion would erode such vivacity!
As he navigates the delicate balance between tradition and modernity, Kipsoiwet emerges as the stubborn disruptor, challenging the status quo of family expectations and societal norms. Forget the stale tales of ordinary “sleuth”; Kipsoiwet injects life, laughter, and linguistic dexterity into every paragraph. Every word serving a purpose, I swear!
In a world where conformity reigns supreme, Chemjor stands tall as the thirsty-in-chief, turning the mundane into the extraordinary, one multilingual sentence at a time. Brace yourselves for a literary journey like no other – the legend is the disruptor we didn’t know we needed in the book-writing and readership market. Move over, self-acclaimed New York bestseller; there’s a new linguistic maestro in town!
Happy Reader
Emmanuel Mwau –
Wueh!
Wasomi, prepare to embark on a linguistic rollercoaster as Kipsoiwet takes you on a wild ride through the chaotic corridors of his encounters. Up the rolling hills of Marakwet, through the plains of Eldoret, to the dusty Nairobi, wild Australia and back, this literary virtuoso effortlessly weaves English, Swahili, and Kalenjin into a tapestry of hilarity, leaving readers in stitches and scrambling for whatever can save you from his humor.
In this masterpiece, Kipsoiwet not only showcases Kenyans’ unparalleled mastery of multiple languages but also disrupts the conventional norms of book writing. Move over, single-language (monotonic) authors – Chemjor is here to revolutionize the literary world with his linguistic kaleidoscope.
With the finesse of a wordsmith and the comedic timing of a seasoned comedian, Thirsty K – as “they” call him – paints a vivid picture of his family dynamics, graduation realities, the struggles scoped through his vulnerable eye, and the legendary strength in his world-renown sideburns. Not even the tears of a lion would erode such vivacity!
As he navigates the delicate balance between tradition and modernity, Kipsoiwet emerges as the stubborn disruptor, challenging the status quo of family expectations and societal norms. Forget the stale tales of ordinary “sleuth”; Kipsoiwet injects life, laughter, and linguistic dexterity into every paragraph. Every word serving a purpose, I swear!
In a world where conformity reigns supreme, Chemjor stands tall as the thirsty-in-chief, turning the mundane into the extraordinary, one multilingual sentence at a time. Brace yourselves for a literary journey like no other – the legend is the disruptor we didn’t know we needed in the book-writing and readership market. Move over, self-acclaimed New York bestseller; there’s a new linguistic maestro in town!
Happy Reader.