Economic Development of Ireland in the Twentieth Century

AvThomas Giblin,Kieran Kennedy

Inbunden, Engelska, 2017

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This book examines Irish economic development in the twentieth century compared with other European countries. It traces the growth of the Republic's economy from its separation from Britain in the early 1920s through to the present. It assesses the factors which encouraged and inhibited economic development, and concludes with an appraisal of the country's present state and future prospects.

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Utgivningsdatum:2017-08-22
Mått:138 x 216 x 22 mm
Vikt:453 g
Format:Inbunden
Språk:Engelska
Serie:Routledge Contemporary Economic History of Europe
Antal sidor:316
Förlag:Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN:9781138416970

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`...a timely and concise study of certain key themes in modern Irish economic development, and it is essential reading for anyone wishing to understand Ireland's economic history during the last two years.' - The Economic History Review`This book is both a useful textbook and work of reference and a stimulating essay on the Irish economy. I strongly recommend it' - Mary Daly, Irish Historical Studies`...a timely and concise study of certain key themes in modern Irish economic development, and it is essential reading for anyone wishing to understand Ireland's economic history during the last 20 years.' - The Economic History Review

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Part One: Introduction 1. The State of the Economy at Independence Part Two: The Course of the Irish Economy Since Independence 2. From Free Trade to Protection, 1922–46 3. Outward Re-orientation, 1947–72 4. Oil and Troubled Waters, 1973–87 5. Northern Ireland, 1920–87 6. The Economic Growth Record Since Independence Part Three: Key Issues in Irish Economic Development 7. Population and Labour Force 8. Capital Resources and Investment 9. Foreign Trade 10. Agriculture 11. Manufacturing 12. Overall Assessment