Explains the key elements of the world economy and provides a step to further research for students and scholars in public policy, international studies, business, the broader social sciences, and for economic policy professionals. This title includes entries covering topics in international trade, finance, production, and economic development.

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"The Princeton Encyclopedia of the World Economy has a good scope--not too much to be overwhelming but broad enough to cover important topics."--Douglas Irwin, Dartmouth College

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