Against the Odds

Against All Odds: The Sebastián Piñera Story

What propels a man to the pinnacle of wealth and power, only to sacrifice everything for greater glory for his country?

Sebastián Piñera achieved unprecedented prestige and influence. However, at the height of his commercial fortune, he risked everything to restore Chilean prosperity. Was he an idealist who catastrophically mismanaged circumstances beyond a leader's control? Or was he a well-intentioned corporatist who was tragically deaf to calls for equality, leaving a lasting legacy?

This comprehensive biography follows Piñera's rollercoaster trajectory of triumph and calamity, from revamping Chilean banking to escaping dramatic brushes with death...to divisive presidencies tainted by scandals and protests toppling his plan for change.

Piñera rose to become one of South America's richest men by introducing credit cards. He overcame natural disasters and returned conservatives to power after over 20 years of opposition. However, he squandered goodwill by militarily suppressing youth demonstrators. Despite promising prosperity, he left office with Chile in a dicey situation.

Did Piñera inspire successors to pursue justice? Or did this well-intentioned but tone-deaf technocrat irreversibly split Chileans when unity was most needed?

From boardrooms to presidential palaces to the deadly helicopter ride that ended it all, this authoritative portrait examines the gifts and blind spots that distinguished Chile's most influential 21st-century leader, ultimately leaving a complicated legacy of unforeseen repercussions beyond his control.

Learn about Chile's achievements and failures in politics, business, and natural disasters, as well as timeless leadership lessons from future biographies and the worldwide impact of inequality and power.

The story of Sebastián Piñera highlights the conflict between ambitious establishments and societal forces that seek systemic change after being told to wait for too long.

The ideal present for anyone interested in leadership, history, social justice, or South America. This biography belongs on the bookshelves of executives, activists, policymakers, and students alike! Get Your Copy Now!