The Cambridge Economic History of the United States
Economic transformations in North America during the twentieth century
Stanley L Engerman editor Robert E Gallman editor
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Cambridge University Press
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This volume details the economic history of the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean in the twentieth century, highlighting key events and trends in The Cambridge Economic History of the United States.
In The Cambridge Economic History of the United States, Volume III provides a comprehensive overview of the economic landscape of the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean throughout the twentieth century. This volume meticulously chronicles significant historical events, including the Great Depression and the two world wars, while also highlighting enduring trends such as technological advancements and the evolution of the corporate economy. Each chapter is designed to give readers a clear understanding of how these monumental occurrences shaped the economic fabric of North America.
The text delves into various aspects of economic life, encompassing agriculture, population dynamics, labor markets, and the structural transformations of urban and regional economies. By examining these themes, The Cambridge Economic History of the United States emphasizes the interconnectedness of different economic factors and their implications for society. The volume further explores critical issues such as inequality, poverty, and the impact of trade and foreign relations on the continent's economic development.
Additionally, the book addresses the roles of government regulation, the public sector, and the banking and finance systems, providing a well-rounded perspective on the complexities of economic history. Overall, Volume III serves as an essential resource for understanding the multifaceted economic developments in North America during a transformative century.
'It should already be on the shelves of any reader of this journal … reviewing this book is somewhat like reviewing the Bible. This History is also a Very Good Book … This volume and its companions should find shelf space in the personal libraries of all serious professional historians of the United States, not just of those with an interest in the institutions of a dynamic market economy and a capitalist republic … this volume is enormously impressive.' Enterprise and Society
' … an essential reference text for libraries and a valuable starting point for business historians interested in the US, comparative studies or aspects of business-government relations. All elements in the boo are impressive and valuable.' Business History
'These books definitely should be on the shelf, or easily available in the library, of every professional economic historian … they provide a rich treasure of information, analysis, and insight. The publisher, editors, and authors all are to be congratulated for producing this exemplar work of economic history.' Besprechungen
ISBN: 9780521553087
Dimensions: 235mm x 164mm x 70mm
Weight: 1745g
1200 pages