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The US Economy Today

Series: Politics Today
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The US Economy Today offers a comprehensive introduction to American economic history from 1929 onwards. It examines key periods including the New Deal, the post-war boom, stagflation in the 1970s, Reaganomics, the Clinton and Bush administrations, the 2008-2009 economic crisis, and President Obama's early term. The book also discusses central contemporary economic policy debates, inequality, economic mobility, and the effects of globalization and foreign trade, making it essential reading for those interested in American economics and history.
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Ideal for students and teachers of American economics, economic history, politics, and anyone seeking a thorough overview of the US economic model and its developments.

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An essential introduction to American economic history from 1929 to the present.

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The US Economy Today provides an invaluable introduction to American economic history since 1929. Its coverage includes the New Deal, the post-war boom, "stagflation" in the 1970s, Reaganomics, the Clinton and Bush years, the 2008 - 2009 economic crisis, and President Obama's first hundred days.

In addition, this volume considers core contemporary economic policy debates and draws conclusions about the strengths and weaknesses of the US economic "model". It looks at the causes and consequences of inequality, the extent to which there is economic mobility, and the impact of globalization and foreign trade.

This book will be essential reading for those studying or teaching American economics, economic history, or politics, and all those looking for a thorough and comprehensive introduction to this area.

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  • The US Economy Today
    The US Economy Today provides an invaluable introduction to American economic history since 1929. Its coverage includes the New Deal, the post-war boom, "stagflation" in the 1970s, Reaganomics, the Clinton and Bush years, the 2008 - 2009 economic crisis, and President Obama's first hundred days. In addition, this volume considers core contemporary economic policy debates and draws conclusions about the...
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This book is praised as an excellently presented introduction to the past century of American economic policy and theory, helping readers understand key terminology and trends, especially in relation to the recent financial crisis.

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ISBN: 9780719082351

Publisher: Manchester University Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 September 2010

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Manchester University Press

Illustration: Tables, black & white|Line drawings, black & white

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 264

About the Author

Edward Ashbee is an Associate Professor at Copenhagen Business School

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