The Western tradition dates back to Adam Smith's "The Wealth of Nations" in 1776, but it couldn't explain the recurring economic crises. Against the backdrop of the Great Depression, Keynes published his "The General Theory of Employment, Interest, and Money." However, the problem was that the United States faced stagflation in the 1970s, and short-term government stimulus alone couldn't solve the underlying issues. Western economics, like Western medicine, treated symptoms rather than root causes, leading to more problems and increasing suffering for the people.
So, returning to the topic at the beginning of this book, how does society actually function? How can we build a better society? And how can ordinary people achieve above-average returns in financial markets based on these operational rules?
By reading this book, "Eastern Economics," you will find answers to the above questions!