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Routledge Laissez Faire Banking - Market Economy Book

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Explore the evolving concepts of the market economy with Laissez Faire Banking, part of the Routledge Foundations of the Market Economy series. This book examines the recent renaissance of free banking ideas that challenge traditional economic assumptions. While many scholars argue that banking is inherently unstable and requires government intervention through deposit insurance or a lender of last resort, this text presents a different perspective. It investigates the fundamental question of whether markets can manage money and the banking industry more effectively than government entities. If markets are generally better at allocating resources than governments, this book explores how that principle applies to the world of finance and currency. It is an essential read for those interested in business and economic history, providing a deep look at the arguments surrounding free banking and the role of the state in managing the value of money.

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Part of the Routledge Foundations of the Market Economy series for academic and professional study.

Challenges traditional banking views regarding inherent instability and the need for a lender of last resort.

Examines the debate between government-protected currency and free market-driven money systems.

Analyzes the effectiveness of market resource allocation compared to government management.

Provides a detailed look at the modern renaissance of laissez-faire banking theories.

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hardcover
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Release Date
11 March 1993
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12 January 2007

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