Summary:
The book exposes the secretive world of offshore tax havens and the global financial elite who use them to hide wealth and avoid taxes. It delves into the history, politics, and impact of these secretive jurisdictions on global economics and the disparity between the rich and the poor.
Key points:
1. Offshore Finance Scale: Shaxson shows how tax havens, integrated with global finance, offer secrecy for the rich to avoid taxes, affecting global inequality and economies.
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