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An Economic History of Europe Knowledge, Institutions and Welfare, Prehistory to the Present

Authors

Karl Gunnar Persson
, University of Copenhagen,
Paul Sharp
, University of Southern Denmark,
Markus Lampe
, Wirtschaftsuniversitat Wien, Austria
Published 2025

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In this revised and updated edition, An Economic History of Europe re-establishes itself as the leading textbook on European economic history. With an expanded scope, from prehistory to the present, it will be invaluable source for students, educators and researchers seeking to better understand Europe's long-run economic development. The authors cover key themes including the rise of institutions, technological advancements, globalization, and the Industrial Revolution, with a fresh emphasis on the wider impact of economic policies on welfare reflecting a…

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Key features

  • A pan-European history of economic development, situated within its wider global context, helps students to appreciate broader trends
  • Contains revised and expanded case studies demonstrating how students can put economic theories in historical practice
  • Connects economic history to modern global challenges today, especially sustainability
  • Expands the scope of traditional economic history to include welfare, reflecting a broader understanding of societal well-being
  • Incorporates innovative new research in areas from pre-history to the Eurozone crisis, allowing students to keep ahead of the most current themes emerging in their field

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