Truth, Errors and Lies Politics and Economics in a Volatile World

Kolodko, Grzegorz W.

ISBN 10: 0231150695 / ISBN 13: 9780231150699

Published by Columbia Univ Pr, 2012

translation edition. 460 pages. 9.00x6.00x1.00 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # __0231150695

Synopsis:

Grzegorz W. Kolodko, one of the world's leading authorities on economics and development policy and a key architect of Poland's successful economic reforms, applies his far-reaching knowledge to the past and future of the world economy, introducing a framework for understanding our global situation that transcends any single discipline or paradigm. Deploying a novel mix of scientific evaluation and personal observation, Kolodko begins with a brief discussion of misinformation and its perpetuation in economics and politics. He criticizes the simplification of complex economic and social issues and investigates the link between developments in the global economy and cultural change, scientific discoveries, and political fluctuations. Underscoring the necessity of conceptual and theoretical innovation in understanding our global economic situation, Kolodko offers a provocative study of globalization and the possibility of coming out ahead in an era of worldwide interdependence. Deeply critical of neoliberalism, which sought to transfer economic control exclusively to the private sector, Kolodko explores the virtues of social-economic development and the new rules of the economic game. He concludes with a look at our near and distant future, questioning whether we have a say in its making.

About the Author: Grzegorz W. Kolodko was Poland's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance from 1994 to 1997 and from 2002 to 2003. He is now a professor of political economy at Kozminski University in Warsaw and has authored nearly forty books.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Truth, Errors and Lies Politics and ...
Publisher: Columbia Univ Pr
Publication Date: 2012
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Brand New