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As the additional chapters are almost entirely the work of my colleague, Mr. Geoffrey Crowther, his name has been added to the title-page. Mr. Crowther has also revised and prepared the whole of the text and Appendices for the press. For the opinions expressed we assume joint responsibility.
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As the additional chapters are almost entirely the work of my colleague, Mr. Geoffrey Crowther, his name has been added to the title-page. Mr. Crowther has also revised and prepared the whole of the text and Appendices for the press. For the opinions expressed we assume joint responsibility.
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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The first edition of this book was published more than twenty years ago as one of a series of textbooks designed for the use of classes organised by the Workers' Educational Association. While making no attempt to deal exhaustively with monetary theory or to compete with more ambitious histories of prices, it sought (i) to give the reader in as simple a way as possible a sufficient background of theory to enable him to understand the causes which determine the purchasing power of money, and (ii) to familiarise him with the actual course of prices since the Napoleonic wars. As its name implied, it was merely an introduction to a subject about which the public was beginning to ask questions because of an upward tendency in the cost of living, and of the industrial friction which resulted from it. The continuous demand for the book on the part of students has shown that the method fulfilled its purpose.
In the meantime, however, the shock of great events has produced price disturbances on an unprecedented scale, which have patently influenced the daily lives of millions, reduced many to penury and distress, and led to social and political upheaval. The problem of the price-level has, therefore, been forced into the very forefront of public controversy, and an exposition of the subject by reference to the slowly moving curves of the nineteenth century has been made to appear very much like Hamlet without the Prince of Denmark.
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a lucid introduction to the entangled world of price evolution in the era from the Napoleonic Wars through the 1920s. The author, an authority on monetary theory, delves into the factors that determine the purchasing power of money, explaining how the forces of demand and supply interact to influence price levels. The book masterfully situates these monetary fluctuations against the backdrop of key historical events that shaped the economic landscape. One of the book's strengths lies in its historical depth. By beginning the analysis in 1820, the author showcases the remarkable transformation that occurred as economies shifted from primarily agricultural to industrial and globalized operations. This comprehensive view allows readers to grasp the long-term trends that have influenced price movements. The book avoids overly technical jargon, making it accessible to a wide readership. It also steers clear of overly simplistic explanations, offering instead a nuanced exploration of complex economic phenomena. Through accessible language, the author unravels the intricate relationship between money, prices, and the overall health of an economy. The book concludes by emphasizing the significance of understanding these complex dynamics, as they hold the key to navigating economic challenges and fostering sustained prosperity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781330354124_0
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