Reviews
"Karl Gunnar Persson's latest book is a first: an accessible and concise economic history of Europe since the Dark Ages by an eminent economist-cum-economic historian. Highlights include Persson's thirteen 'propositions' (or lessons from history), a narrative that is highly readable throughout, and a judicious and student-friendly blend of theory and history." -Cormac Ó Grfda, University College Dublin, 'Elegant, lean and beautifully written, An Economic History of Europe is clearly the best European economic history textbook on the market. The economic development ideas are modern and the evolution of the European economy exciting in Karl Gunnar Persson's masterful hands.' Jeffrey G. Williamson, Harvard University and University of Wisconsin, Madison, "Elegant, lean and beautifully written, Knowledge, Institutions and Growth is clearly the best European economic history textbook on the market. The economic development ideas are modern and the evolution of the European economy exciting in Karl Gunnar Persson's masterful hands." Jeffrey G. Williamson, Harvard and Wisconsin, "How did Europe succeed in transforming itself from an under-populated backwater in c.800 to one of the most prosperous regions of the world? The author tackles this key question with a skillful combination of description of the main trends and simple but enlightening economic reasoning. This book will become the standard introduction to European economic history for both university students and the general public." -Giovanni Federico, European University Institute, Florence, "For a short book, the range of economic issues covered is remarkably comprehensive. The book is also commendable in considering economic factors relating to Europe as a whole rather than, as is more common, breaking the analysis down into national units." -European History Quarterly, 'Persson has written a lively, intelligent, and concise European economic history. Students will appreciate the use of simple but effective economic reasoning and his talent for explaining complex issues in clear terms without over-simplification. I heartily recommend An Economic History of Europe to those teaching European economic history.' Timothy Guinnane, Yale University, 'For a short book, the range of economic issues covered is remarkably comprehensive. The book is also commendable in considering economic factors relating to Europe as a whole rather than, as is more common, breaking the analysis down into national units.' European History Quarterly, "Karl Gunnar Persson's latest book is a first: an accessible and concise economic history of Europe since the Dark Ages by an eminent economist-cum-economic historian. Highlights include Persson's thirteen 'propositions' (or lessons from history), a narrative that is highly readable throughout, and a judicious and student-friendly blend of theory and history." -Cormac Ó Gráda, University College Dublin, "Elegant, lean and beautifully written, An Economic History of Europe is clearly the best European economic history textbook on the market. The economic development ideas are modern and the evolution of the European economy exciting in Karl Gunnar Persson's masterful hands." -Jeffrey G. Williamson, Laird Bell Professor of Economics, Emeritus, Harvard University, and Honorary Fellow, Department of Economics, University of Wisconsin-Madison, "Persson has written a lively, intelligent, and concise European economic history. Students will appreciate the use of simple but effective economic reasoning and his talent for explaining complex issues in clear terms without over-simplification. I heartily recommend An Economic History of Europe to those teaching European economic history." -Timothy Guinnane, Philip Golden Bartlett Professor of Economic History, Yale University, 'Anyone looking for a quick guide to the subject can profit by starting here. Equally, any teacher of the subject will want it on their reading list, and students have ready access to an admirable survey. It is highly recommended.' Forrest Capie, History, 'Karl Gunnar Persson's latest book is a first: an accessible and concise economic history of Europe since the Dark Ages by an eminent economist-cum-economic historian. Highlights include Persson's thirteen 'propositions' (or lessons from history), a narrative that is highly readable throughout, and a judicious and student-friendly blend of theory and history.' Cormac Gràda, University College Dublin, 'Karl Gunnar Persson's latest book is a first: an accessible and concise economic history of Europe since the Dark Ages by an eminent economist-cum-economic historian. Highlights include Persson's thirteen 'propositions' (or lessons from history), a narrative that is highly readable throughout, and a judicious and student-friendly blend of theory and history.' Cormac Gr da, University College Dublin, "Anyone looking for a quick guide to the subject can profit by starting here. Equally, any teacher of the subject will want it on their reading list, and students have ready access to an admirable survey. It is highly recommended." -History, Forrest Capie, 'Karl Gunnar Persson's latest book is a first: an accessible and concise economic history of Europe since the Dark Ages by an eminent economist-cum-economic historian. Highlights include Persson's thirteen 'propositions' (or lessons from history), a narrative that is highly readable throughout, and a judicious and student-friendly blend of theory and history.' Cormac Ó Gráda, University College Dublin, 'Karl Gunnar Persson's latest book is a first: an accessible and concise economic history of Europe since the Dark Ages by an eminent economist-cum-economic historian. Highlights include Persson's thirteen 'propositions' (or lessons from history), a narrative that is highly readable throughout, and a judicious and student-friendly blend of theory and history.' Cormac Grda, University College Dublin, 'How did Europe succeed in transforming itself from an under-populated backwater in c.800 to one of the most prosperous regions of the world? The author tackles this key question with a skilful combination of description of the main trends and simple but enlightening economic reasoning. This book will become the standard introduction to European economic history for both university students and the general public.' Giovanni Federico, European University Institute, Florence, 'Elegant, lean and beautifully written, An Economic History of Europe is clearly the best European economic history textbook on the market. The economic development ideas are modern and the evolution of the European economy exciting in Karl Gunnar Persson's masterful hands.' Jeffrey G. Williamson, Harvard University and University of Wisconsin-Madison
