This volume deals with the very important and timely topic of dollarization, or the official adoption of the dollar as a nation's currency. The benefits and costs, as well as the type of nation that stands to gain from dollarization, are examined by some of the leading experts and participants in the current debate. Some advocate dollarization, some fixed exchange rates, some flexible. Contributors include R. Mundell (Columbia U), A. Berg (IMF), B. Eichengreen (U Cal - Berkeley).

This book takes a global approach, with an emphasis on North and Latin America respectfully, by discussing one of today's most controversial topics in business; Dollarization. With the collapse of the former Soviet Union, and the formation of the Euro in Europe, many countries and debating whether or not a common currency is in their best interest. This intriguing volume brings together the leading participants in the current dollarization debates. Many advocate the notion of a common currency, while others feel that in doing so will create financial costs for all that take part, with the severity varying from country to country.

This is my life and I am tring to represent it in print. Many will get much from it and many will identify with a few themes contained within. I hope something does touch or move you. This is me for you.

Matthew arrives for an appointment with a healer. They discuss the unusual experiences that he has faced for more than thirty years (near death experiences, vivid dreams, tarot cards, Stonehenge etc.) Things take a strange turn when Matthew offers to prove that what he's saying is real and not just a personal experience. He also gives an extraordinary invitation. Is Matthew really able to see the hidden secrets hinted at by mystics? Or are his experiences simply remarkable coincidences? Work out the symbols. Break the codes. See the truth. Your journey continues here.