Encyclopedia of American Recessions and Depressions [2 volumes]

Encyclopedia of American Recessions and Depressions [2 volumes]
ISBN-10
1598849468
ISBN-13
9781598849462
Category
History
Pages
919
Language
English
Published
2014-01-15
Publisher
ABC-CLIO
Author
Daniel Leab

Description

A riveting look at the financial cycles in American economic history from colonial times to the present day, with an eye on the similarities and differences between past and present conditions as analyzed by leading economic historians. • Offers excerpts from more than 65 primary documents that illustrate the nature of the economic events covered; each document is preceded by a brief introduction, putting the document into context for readers • Includes contributions from diverse experts ranging from veteran economists to young scholars • Offers an extensive bibliography of relevant books, articles, primary sources, websites, and videos to prompt further research into the topic • Reveals the causes and after-effects of recessions in the social, economic, and political trajectory of the United States

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