Locked in Place

Discover the compelling insights of Vivek Chibber's Locked in Place, published in 2006. This thought-provoking book delves into the crucial question of why certain nations successfully established developmental states after World War II while others struggled. Chibber argues that the key determinant lies in the response of domestic capitalists to state-building initiatives. With a detailed analysis of India's industrialists and their resistance to a developmental state, the book unveils how insufficient state capacity was primarily a result of their campaign against such progress.

Spanning 360 pages, Locked in Place is an essential read for anyone interested in economic history, political economy, and the intricate dynamics of development in Asia, particularly India and Korea. Enhance your understanding of industrial policy and the historical context of state development with this insightful work.