A Concise Economic History of the World: From Paleolithic Times to the Present

This classic book offers a broad sweep of economic history from prehistoric times to the present and explores the disparity of wealth among nations. Now in its fourth edition, A Concise Economic History of the World has been updated to reflect the stunning changes in the world economy since 1989. Truly a definitive history of globalization, the new edition has been expanded to include coverage of the most recent developments in the European Union, East Asia, and, in general, transition economies. Comprehensive and global in scope, this concise text features ample illustrations and a fully updated annotated bibliography that guides readers to the relevant scholarly literature. Now available in eleven languages, including Spanish (second edition), French, German (two volumes), Polish, and Chinese, this unique work remains an invaluable, lively, and accessible text for both undergraduate and graduate students of European economic history, the history of globalization, and world development. more

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2/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Sep-06-2007; Simple history lacking theory; This book is too elementary, in terms of economic history, for even an intro level book on the subject. For a better introduction see Braudel's "Wheels of Commerce". In addition, it lacks any discussion of theory(ies) or presentations...; read full review | report as inappropriate

2/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Apr-24-2007; Adequate but roundly lacking work; If one looks to today's world he overarching political and economic structure is that of westernized globalization. It seems that most political movements are either for globalization who to varying degrees either against or promoting...; read full review | report as inappropriate

5/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Apr-27-2005; Excellent Work; This is one of the best works by Neal. While yes it is heavy on Europe, the explanations of Egypt and China are exceptional.A sure buy is you want to study the topic better.; read full review | report as inappropriate

4/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Jan-07-2002; Not Bad; The title of this book should read "An Economic History of Europe," because 90% of the material focuses on the economic development of Europe. This is understandable considering that the industrial revolution first occured in Europe,...; read full review | report as inappropriate

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5/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Apr-27-2005; Excellent Work; This is one of the best works by Neal. While yes it is heavy on Europe, the explanations of Egypt and China are exceptional.A sure buy is you want to study the topic better.; read full review | report as inappropriate

2/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Sep-06-2007; Simple history lacking theory; This book is too elementary, in terms of economic history, for even an intro level book on the subject. For a better introduction see Braudel's "Wheels of Commerce". In addition, it lacks any discussion of theory(ies) or presentations...; read full review | report as inappropriate