How to Get Filthy Rich in Rising Asia

Ever wonder how the super-rich in developing nations build their empires from scratch? This satirical guide, disguised as a novel, reveals the unwritten rules of climbing from a dirt-poor village to the pinnacle of corporate power in a rapidly changing world. You'll follow the journey of an unnamed protagonist, learning the ruthless tactics and moral compromises required for success. From boiling water to cornering markets and dealing with corrupt officials, discover the seven essential steps to acquiring immense wealth—and the personal cost that comes with it.

Mohsin Hamid is a Booker Prize-shortlisted novelist whose work, including The Reluctant Fundamentalist, has been translated into over thirty-five languages and adapted for film. Born in Pakistan and educated at Princeton and Harvard, his own transatlantic journey informs his sharp, satirical explorations of globalization, ambition, and identity. This unique perspective allows him to masterfully dissect the seismic social and economic shifts of modern Asia, giving his fiction a profound and authentic voice that resonates with readers worldwide.