Cynthia L. Clark,
The American Economy, 2 volumes Set,
A Historical Encyclopedia,
ABC-CLIO; 2 edition
ISBN 10: 159884461X
2011
1393 pages


Based on a work originally published in 2003, The American Economy: A

Historical Encyclopedia, Revised Edition has been thoroughly updated

with information on the accounting scandals of the early 2000s and the

recession of 2008, including the government stimulus and bailout

programs and the recession's impact on key markets. With more than 600

short entries, 31 longer essays, and 32 primary source documents, the

encyclopedia spans American history from colonial times to the

present. Researchers will discover detailed information on people,

events, and government actions that have shaped our economy, with

entries on such seminal issues as slavery, migration patterns, the

welfare state, the rise of the city, and the development of financial

institutions. Throughout, special attention is paid to the

interdependence of economics with political, social, and cultural

forces. Covering everything from the national debt to monetary policy,

law, unemployment, inflation, and government/business relations, this

work is the ideal go-to resource for quick answers, in-depth analysis,

or direction for further research.