Open Veins of Latin America By Eduardo Galeano

Open Veins of Latin America is a powerful critique of the economic exploitation of Latin America by foreign powers. Eduardo Galeano traces centuries of colonialism, resource extraction, and political domination.

The book explains how wealth was systematically drained from the region, leaving lasting economic inequalities. Written in a passionate and literary style, it combines history with political analysis.

It remains one of the most influential works on Latin American history and global inequality.