The Silent Takeover: Global Capitalism and the Death of Democracy
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The Silent Takeover: Global Capitalism and the Death of Democracy by Noreena Hertz reads like a backlist title with a clear setup and an easy way in. The edition details point to 2003 • Harpercollins • 294 pages, which helps set expectations before you buy.
Edition on file: 2003 • Harpercollins • 294 pages • ISBN 9780060559731.
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What stands out here is the overall feel: Idea-led • Weekend read.
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