THE AIRPORT ECONOMIST

Taking its name from economist Milton Friedman’s infamous 1974 trip to Australia – Friedman gave advice on the best methods to fix the country’s economic woes in a press conference at the airport before he had even entered the country – Harcourt’s book is a whirlwind tour of international economies and markets.

There are plenty of inspirational tales and local quirks to encourage any budding entrepreneur thinking of taking their idea global.