The Great Escape

In The Great Escape, Angus Deaton explores the remarkable progress in global health and wealth over the past 250 years, highlighting both the tremendous successes and the persistent inequalities that remain. He examines historical and contemporary patterns behind these changes, considering the impact of innovations, setbacks, and the role of international aid, while proposing alternative strategies to help those still left behind. This insightful analysis offers a compelling look at how economic and health advancements have transformed societies and what can be done to ensure more equitable progress worldwide.