Author: Written by Tariq Ali, a prominent writer and political commentator.

Focus: The book critiques Pakistan's economic policies, focusing on how the elite class has dominated and shaped the country's economy since its inception.

Key Themes:

• Elitist Control: Argues that a small, powerful elite, consisting of military, bureaucratic, and industrial elites, has controlled the economy, leading to inequality and underdevelopment.
• Impact of Military Regimes: Discusses the military’s significant influence over economic policies and how this has affected the nation’s economic growth.
• Globalization: Examines the impact of global capitalism and foreign aid, especially from the U.S., on Pakistan’s economic policies.
• Economic Dependence: Highlights Pakistan’s dependence on foreign loans, aid, and the consequences this has had on its autonomy and economic sovereignty.
• Inequality: Explores how the elite’s dominance has led to deep economic disparities, with the majority of the population remaining marginalized.