An Economic History of Europe: Knowledge, Institutions and Growth, 600 to the Present (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781107095564)

This revised and extended edition of the leading textbook on European economic history has been updated to take account of contemporary economic developments and the latest research and debates. A concise and accessible introduction that covers the full sweep of the European history, the book focuses on the interplay between the development of institutions and the generation and diffusion of knowledge-based technologies. With simple explanations of key economic principles, the book is an ideal introduction for students in history and economics. Revised textboxes and figures, an extensive glossary, suggestions for further reading and a suite of online resources lead students to a comprehensive understanding of the subject. New material covers contemporary economic developments such as the financial crises of 2007/2008, the Eurozone crisis, new trends in inequality and the austerity debates. This remains the only textbook students need to understand Europe's unique economic development and its global context.

Author: Karl Gunnar Persson, Paul Sharp
ISBN-10: 1107095565
ISBN-13: 9781107095564
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 03/12/2015
Pages: 316
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.70lbs
Size: 9.70h x 6.70w x 0.70d