A Tract on Monetary Reform (eBook)

John Maynard Keynes (Autor)

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2023
139 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654772815-3 (EAN)

Infos

In "A Tract on Monetary Reform," John Maynard Keynes presents a compelling analysis of the monetary system and its crucial role in promoting economic stability. Written in 1923, during a period of post-World War I turbulence, Keynes employs a clear, incisive style that reflects his deep understanding of both economic theory and practical application. The text critiques the rigidity of the gold standard and advocates for a more flexible monetary framework, emphasizing the need for a coherent approach to monetary policy that adapts to changing economic conditions. Keynes's insights laid the groundwork for subsequent economic reforms and resonate with contemporary debates around fiscal policy and monetary regulation. John Maynard Keynes, a prominent British economist, is revered for his revolutionary ideas that transformed economic thought in the 20th century. His experiences during the interwar period, marked by financial crises and the Great Depression, profoundly influenced his perspectives on economic stabilization. Keynesian principles became foundational to modern economics, promoting the importance of government intervention and stimulating aggregate demand. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in economics, finance, or public policy. It not only elucidates Keynes's visionary ideas but also invites readers to reconsider the frameworks that govern monetary policy today, making it a timeless resource for both scholars and practitioners.

Autor

John Maynard Keynes (1883-1946) was a British economist whose ideas fundamentally changed the theory and practice of macroeconomics and the economic policies of governments. He is most renowned for his influential work 'The General Theory of Employment, Interest, and Money' (1936), which laid the foundation for Keynesian economics. However, his 1923 work, 'A Tract on Monetary Reform,' is a significant early book that delves into the issues of monetary policy, inflation, and exchange rates in the post-World War I period. In this book, Keynes navigates through the complexities of the monetary system with remarkable foresight, advocating for managed currency systems over the gold standard. His approach, marked by a pragmatic view of economic problems, signaled a shift in understanding the role of monetary policy in achieving economic stability. Keynes's literary style in 'A Tract on Monetary Reform' and his later works is characterized by clarity, eloquence, and an ability to communicate complex ideas to a broad audience. His theoretical contributions have made him one of the 20th century's most prominent economists, whose work continues to influence economic policy and thought. He was also a member of the Bloomsbury Group and held several government advisory roles in the UK during his career, further cementing his legacy as a pioneering thinker and policy advisor.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 20.11.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Wirtschaft ► Volkswirtschaftslehre
• Schlagworte: 1920s economic challenges • British economist • clear persuasive writing • Economic Policy • economic policy influence • Economic Stability • economic theory development • Exchange rates • expert economic insights • Financial Reform • financial system critiques • historical economic context • Inflation management • Interwar Period • Keynesian economic principles • Keynesian Economics • Monetary policy reform • Monetary Theory • post-world war I • practical economic examples