Fast Boat to China: High-Tech Outsourcing and the Consequences of Free Trade: Lessons from Shanghai

Focusing on the lives of workers in China, the book reveals the impact of outsourcing on both American and Chinese laborers. Andrew Ross spent a year interviewing employees and managers across various regions, uncovering shared concerns such as job instability and long hours. He highlights the daily realities of corporate free trade and examines the escalating competition between China and India. This insightful exploration sheds light on the often-overlooked consequences of globalization on the workforce.