Routledge Economic Thought Since Keynes: History and Dictionary

Economic Thought Since Keynes offers a comprehensive overview of evolving economic theory throughout the latter twentieth century, making it an essential reference for students and educators alike. The book is structured in two distinct parts: the first provides analytical coverage of major economic developments including Keynes and the General Theory, the triumph of interventionism, the neoclassical synthesis, and the resurgence of liberalism, tracing how these movements shaped modern economic policy and practice. The second part delivers concise biographies of 150 of the most influential economists since Keynes, giving readers insight into the key figures who drove theoretical advances and practical applications in the discipline. This Routledge publication serves as both a historical narrative and a practical dictionary, enabling quick reference whilst also supporting deeper study of economic thought's evolution.