Second Thoughts - Myths and Morals of US Economic History

These essays discuss topics in economic history that have a direct relevance to present policy debates, including banking regulation, immigration, and Third-World development policies. Each essay explores the role of government policies in the outcome of events. Contributors include: Julian and Rita Simon, Robert Higgs, Price Fishback, Elyce Rotella, Barry Eichengreen, Terry Anderson, Susan Phillips, and Richard Zecher.