Bibliograph

The Evolution of Central Banking: Theory and History, by Stefano Ugolini

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The Evolution of Central Banking: Theory and History, by Stefano Ugolini

Language

eng

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Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The Evolution of Central Banking: Theory and History

Medium

electronic resource

Nature of contents

dictionaries

Oclc number

1012939201

Responsibility statement

by Stefano Ugolini

Series statement

Springer eBooks.Palgrave Studies in Economic History

Summary

This book is the first complete survey of the evolution of monetary institutions and practices in Western countries from the Middle Ages to today. It radically rethinks previous attempts at a history of monetary institutions by avoiding institutional approach and shifting the focus away from the Anglo-American experience. Previous histories have been hamstrung by the linear, teleological assessment of the evolution of central banks. Free from such assumptions, Ugolini's work offers bankers and policymakers valuable and profound insights into their institutions Using a functional approach, Ugolini charts an historical trajectory longer and broader than any other attempted on the subject. Moving away from the Anglo-American perspective, the book allows for a richer (and less biased) analysis of long-term trends. The book is ideal for researchers looking to better understand the evolution of the institutions that underlie the global economy.--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

1. Introduction -- 2. The Payments System -- 3. Lending of Last Resort and Supervision -- Issuing Money -- 5. Monetary Policy -- 6. Conclusions

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