num_pages: 89
description: Aristide, the former priest-turned-president of one of the poorest nations in the Western Hemisphere, calls these nine brief chapters a letter written for "my brothers &amp; sisters in Haiti who cannot write"--an attempt to explain to readers that the world's richest countries are "accumulating wealth with breathtaking speed &amp; never looking back," while the poor nations are "sinking deeper into economic misery." He views every topic he addresses--globalization, colonialism, education, women's status--thru the stark lens of the poorest Haitians. Altho his hope-filled vision can offer them nothing more than "poverty with dignity," he believes it may at least prevent starvation. Aristide's writing is simple &amp; direct. He capably juggles heartrending anecdotes, unnerving statistics, unflinching commentary &amp; the occasional Bible quote. The result reads at times like a hard-hitting sermon &amp; at times like a campaign speech, resonating with the conviction of one who knows 1sthand the desperation about which he writes. Passion overcomes stridency as Aristide insists that "women, children &amp; the poor must be the subjects, not the objects, of history. They must sit at the decision-making tables &amp; fill the halls of power." This courageous critique of the global economy &amp; how it is leaving the poor behind is important &amp; accessible, sure to touch all but the hardest of hearts. Photos.--Cahners
language: English
title: Eyes of the Heart: Seeking a Path for the Poor in the Age of Globalization
titlecomplete: Eyes of the Heart: Seeking a Path for the Poor in the Age of Globalization
genres: Social Justice, History, Sociology, Spirituality, Nonfiction, Politics
ratings_count: 130
publisher: Common Courage Press (Monroe, ME)