A compelling compilation of short entries, longer topical essays,
and primary source documents that chronicles the historical
development of the United States from an economic perspective.
Based on a work originally published in 2003, The American Economy:
A Historical Encyclopedia 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. Over 600 A-Z entries on key ideas, initiatives,
people, and events in the history of U.S. economic policy 31
in-depth essays on core economic issues and trends A separate
primary source section that includes 32 important treaties, key
political speeches, and more relating to the American economy from
the Articles of Confederation period through the Obama
Administration Easy-to-use tables of economic data designed for
quick reference Extensive cross-referencing A bibliography of
significant materials relating to all aspects of the American
economy
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