The Economy on a Plate – Ha-Joon Chang (Ukrainian Hardcover)

The Economy on a Plate by renowned economist Ha-Joon Chang offers a refreshing, flavorful way to understand the world economy—by exploring the fascinating stories behind our everyday foods. Just as a varied diet enriches the palate, Chang argues that diverse economic ideas nourish our understanding. Through engaging anecdotes about the origins, preparation, and cultural meaning of staples like chocolate, spices, okra, and coffee, he unpacks complex economic concepts such as globalization, trade policies, labor markets, and hidden costs in a way that’s both tasty and thought-provoking

Published in 2024 by Наш Формат, the Ukrainian hardcover edition spans 232 pages, in a tactile 145 × 215 mm format, and weighs approximately 355 g. Translated by Svitlana Zolotukhina, the book makes economics accessible and convivial through stories that resonate both intellectually and emotionally

Examples include how avocado is eaten with sugar in Brazil, or how the humble scarlet tomato once counted as a delicacy in Korea—each tale points toward deeper economic truths such as the evolution of patent laws, the spice trade sparking joint-stock company formation, and how transnational corporations shape—and occasionally homogenize—global industries