A Farewell to Alms: A Brief Economic History of the World
A concise economic history tracing why some societies achieved lasting prosperity while others did not, from ancient times to the present.
About This Book
This book examines long-run patterns of economic growth and living standards across societies.
It explores why sustained progress began in some regions and not others, using data and historical evidence.
The analysis covers pre-industrial economies through the Industrial Revolution and into modern times.
Readers encounter broad comparisons of income, technology, and institutions over many centuries.
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