Casino Capitalism: How the Financial Crisis Came About and What Needs to be Done Now - Hardcover

Sinn, Hans-Werner

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0199588279 ISBN 13: 9780199588275

Publisher: OUP Oxford, 2010

Synopsis

An English translation of Professor Sinn's bestselling Kasino-Kapitalismus, that provides an account of the origins of the recent financial crisis. The volume examines the causes of the crisis, points out the flaws in the economic rescue packages, and presents a master plan for the reform of financial markets.

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Review:

an excellent point of reference. (Nick Taylor, London School of Economics Review of Books)

An entertaining and provocative book. (David Laidler, Professor of Economics, University of Western Ontario)

Highly recommended (Barry Eichengreen, Professor of Economics, University of Berkeley)

Praise for the German edition: A factually rich and clearly structured analysis (FAZ, Gerald Braunberger)

Sinn's analysis is the most readable and best (popular science) account of the financial crisis that has yet appeared (Sebastian Dullien, Financial Times)

One of the best books I've seen on the financial crisis. It is engagingly written and stands out for its precision and exceptional analytical depth. (Jean-Claude Trichet, President, European Central Bank)

This book is as gripping as a thriller and provides meticulous analysis instead of moralizing appeals. Recommended for everyone who wishes to understand the financial crisis and its consequences. (Clemens Fuest, Professor of Economics, Oxford University, Chairman of German Finance Ministry Advisory Committee)

There are bad and good books on the financial crisis. And there is Hans-Werner Sinn's book, by far the best book on the subject - a book one wishes to have written oneself. (Wolfgang Wiegard, Professor of Economics, Member of the German Council of Economic Advisors)

Sinn proves again his deep and subtle expertise in global financial economics, which has contributed to his ranking among the most reputable economists of our times. (Andre Horovitz, Investment Banker)

It is a highly enjoyable read: warmly recommended not only for economists! (Reint Gropp, Professor of Economics, Business School Oestrich-Winkel)

About the Author:

Hans-Werner Sinn is Chair of Economics and Public Finance at the University of Munich and President of the combined Institute for Economic Research and Center for Economic Studies (CES-ifo). He has published numerous scholarly journals and books but is also a leading commentator on contemporary economic affairs in Germany and has published a number of best selling books.

About this edition

• Publisher: OUP Oxford
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 0199588279
• ISBN 13: 9780199588275
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 400