The ascent of globalisation provides a fresh account of the history and evolution of postwar globalisation, through intimate portraits of nineteen of its key architects. It brings to light the behind the scenes drama that accompanied the creation of institutions such as the World Bank, International Monetary Fund, United Nations and World Trade Organisation, the wars of ideas between liberals and neoliberals, the informal structures and treaties that created new and powerful connections and the surreptitious deals made to satisfy the interests of transnational corporations. This account shows...