Guest Blog: Phoebe Clapham on Political Economy Books
Yale Editor Phoebe Clapham discusses the changing nature of economics
Mark Harrison, author of ‘Contagion’, explores the complex and deep-seated anxieties which often accompany trade between nations
In the summer of 2008 I visited Seoul to give lectures at a symposium on medical humanities. Having never visited South Korea before, I had little idea what to expect but I was surprised to find a country in turmoil. Tens of thousands of people were taking to the streets of the capital Seoul every … Read more
For Richer, for Poorer? The European Union that Never Was: Author Article by Lyric Hale
In the next instalment of her regular column, top economic commentator and What’s Next? author Lyric Hale discusses the European Union’s economic troubles and how they compare with the early crises of the US’s federal system. In both cases, she argues, political unity is invaluable to ensure the success of these overarching economic projects. But as recent developments in … Read more
The Hidden Cause of the Great Recession: Extract from ‘Realeconomik’ by Grigory Yavlinsky
In his recent book Realeconomik the internationally respected economist Grigory Yavlinsky makes a powerful case that without a commitment to established social principles in business and politics, a stable global economy will be impossible to achieve. In this exclusive extract Yavlinksy, veteran leader of one of Russia’s liberal opposition parties and recent guest on BBC’s Start the Week … Read more
Beyond the Headlines: Yale launches its 2012 Current Affairs Catalogue
Yale’s Current Affairs catalogue is available now to order and download. With many fascinating books available in 2012, today we preview a selection of forthcoming titles that look beyond the headlines to discover the truth behind current events. 2011 was a highly eventful year in international politics, with the Arab Spring engendering protest movements, political upheaval … Read more
