The Age of Global Economic Crises: (1929-2022)
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| Management number | 201816745 | Release Date | 2025/10/08 | List Price | US$82.23 | Model Number | 201816745 | ||
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The frequency and repetition of economic crises over the last hundred years demand an analysis that allows us to discover the root causes of these situations and the problems they have generated in the world economy. This book investigates these cycles throughout the 20th and the early 21st century, incorporating post-World War II reconstruction, the oil crisis of the 1970s, and the "lost" Latin American decade of the 1980s.
Format: Hardback
Length: 194 pages
Publication date: 02 June 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
The frequency and recurrence of economic crises over the past century necessitate a comprehensive analysis to uncover the underlying causes and the far-reaching consequences they have had on the global economy. This book delves into these cycles spanning the 20th and early 21st centuries, shedding light on the factors that have contributed to their emergence. While economic crises can be triggered by political or military conflicts, they are also often the result of poor practices, unbridled speculation, excessive greed, or inadequate leadership by nations' rulers and leaders.
The contributors to this volume examine the origins and repercussions of economic crises, including the Great Depression, the oil crisis of the 1970s, and the "lost" Latin American decade of the 1980s. By taking a longer-term perspective, the book offers valuable insights into understanding economic dynamics over time and the ways in which they have spread across borders. This historical analysis also provides a fresh perspective on the current COVID-19-induced situation, offering a reinterpretation of past crises and their causes and outcomes, as well as the measures and policies implemented to overcome them.
This book appeals to a wide range of readers, including those with interests in economic history, business history, politics, and economics, as well as those with a broader interest in history. Its comprehensive approach and insightful analysis make it a valuable resource for scholars and professionals seeking to gain a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics of the global economy.
Weight: 448g
Dimension: 162 x 241 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032482514
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