International Economy Since 1945

Describing the most important global developments in economics during the last half century, this comprehensive history covers all geographical regions and considers the effects of the major countries on each other.

List of contents

1. Introduction: The World Economy after the War, 1945–50 Part 1 2. Production and Productivity 3. Trade and Finance 4. The Changing Geography of Economic Activity 5. Standards of Living Part II 6. Global Economic Policies 7. Regional Policies 8. Coping with Boom and Depression

About the author

Sidney Pollard

Summary

Describing the most important global developments in economics during the last half century, this comprehensive history covers all geographical regions and considers the effects of the major countries on each other.

Additional text

'An extremely handy and concise guide to post-war international economic history, comprehensive in its treatment of the subject and accessible.' - Dr Scott Newton, University of Cardiff'Excellent concise introduction to the post-war international economy.' - N. Sage, University of Northampton'Briliant, short account.' - C. Levy, Goldsmith's College, University of London'Best introductory read.' - D. Clayton, University of York'Good contemporary analysis.' - Michael Wood, Southbank University'A truly gobal range from a leading economic historian - a very useful introductory text.' - David Russell, Bolton Institute of Higher Education'...a text well attuned to the needs of its intended audience.' - Peter Cain Economic Journal'It is a fine tribute to a scholar renowned for his skill at synthesis and for an ability to write clearly and to the point.' - Maurice Kirby, History

Product details

• Authors: Pollard, Professor of History Sidney Pollard, Professor of History Sidney (University of Bielefeld Bielefeld University Bielefeld University University of Bielefeld University of Bielefeld University of Bielefeld Bielefeld University University of Bielefeld) Pollard, Sidney Pollard, Sidney (Bielefeld University) Pollard
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 07.12.2016
• EAN: 9781138156913
• ISBN: 978-1-138-15691-3
• No. of pages: 136
• Series: The Making of the Contemporary World; The Making of the Contemporary World
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History; Social sciences, law, business > Business > Management