Towards a Better World describes the life, times and perspectives of Gerry Helleiner, a Canadian activist and university-based economist, who worked for roughly 40 years with developing countries and international organizations. In his memoir, Towards a Better World, Helleiner, recounts the...

Growing Up In Norway -- Early Study and Work Years -- Point of No Return -- West Africa -- Other African Countries -- Russian Far East -- East Asia -- Caribbean and Europe -- Economic Development Lessons -- Conclusions.