The Growth of the Italian Economy, 18201960 (New Studies in Economic and Social History)

Description

"This volume examines Italy's transformation from a largely rural state in the nineteenth century to today's industrial powerhouse. At the time of unification in 1861, much of the country was backward, poor and agrarian: few would have believed that a hundred years later Italy would become one of the seven largest industrial countries, its people among the wealthiest in the world. This process of development and structural change has generated an enormous and evolving literature, alive with controversies and compelling insights. New research and reinterpretation of existing data have led to a re-evaluation of the nature of Italian dualism, while revisions to national income accounts are modifying the traditional picture of economic growth. Jon Cohen and Giovanni Federico provide a concise, up-to-date account of this literature, highlighting new views on old issues, and signalling areas in need of further research."--Jacket.

First Sentence

1.1 Italy ranks today as one of the seven largest industrial countries in the world.

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Other Editions

• The Growth of the Italian Economy, 18201960 (New Studies in Economic and Social History)HardcoverCambridge University Press2001-10-29
• Growth of the Italian Economy, 1820-1960Cambridge University Press2001-01-01
• Growth of the Italian Economy, 1820-1960Cambridge University Press2005-01-01
• Growth of the Italian Economy, 1820-1960Cambridge University Press2012-01-01