218 Pages
by
Routledge
218 Pages
by
Routledge
218 Pages
by
Routledge
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First published in 1933, this book looks at the key events relating to the fluctuations of sterling that surrounded the suspension of the gold standard in September 1931. It explores the idea that monetary authorities receive more recognition and admiration for their work from those abroad than those at home, whether well deserved or not. Indeed, after the economic episodes of September 1931,... Read more
Preface; 1. Introductory 2. The Collapse of the Pound 3. The Flight from the Pound 4. The First Climax 5. The Triumph of the Pound 6. The Flight to the Pound 7. A Fatal Mistake 8. The Exchange Equalization Fund 9. The Conversion Operation 10. The Second Climax 11. The Second Recovery 12. Conclusion; Appendix I: The Technique of Exchange Control; Appendix II: The Economics of Exchange Control; Appendix III: The Exchange Equalization Account
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Einzig, Paul
