the master plan Novel

"The Master Plan" by Gidelyon chronicles the unfolding of a global economic crisis that began in the summer of 2007 with unfamiliar terms like "liquidities crisis" and "sub-prime." This unfolding drama filled headlines and news programs throughout 2008, an "annus horribilis," as its effects rippled worldwide, forcing bankers, investors, and government leaders to scramble. Amidst this impending disaster, hope emerged with the election of Barack Obama, the first African-American US President, seen by many as a savior offering a desperately needed change after eight years of George Bush and ongoing wars. Obama arrived with a Christ-like aura, his voice reminiscent of JFK, facing the monumental task of averting an accelerated systemic collapse in the American economy, with banks and auto giants like GM, Ford, and Chrysler teetering on the brink. As the US faced implosion, a world watched and waited for leadership, while the nation prepared for its new president's inauguration. The narrative draws parallels to Charles Mackay's "Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds," suggesting a historical turning point where decisions could impact billions. The synopsis poses questions about the future, considering the projected population growth and the capacity of resources to meet the rising expectations of developing nations.