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Prophets of Regulation: Charles Francis Adams, Louis D. Brandeis, James M. Landis, Alfred E. Khan
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Pioneers shaping regulatory landscape; historically insightful.
If you're intrigued by the very foundations of how business and government have come to interact, "Prophets of Regulation" could be a compelling read for you. It's not just a historical account—it's an exploration of the intellectual and practical groundwork laid by key figures who deeply influenced economic policy. Their stories provide a nuanced understanding of regulation that feels especially relevant in today's complex business environment.
- Pulitzer Prize for History (1985)
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ISBN: 9780674716070
Authors:
Thomas K. McCraw
Publisher: Belknap Press
Format: Hardcover
Goodreads rating: 4.05
(rated by 56 readers)
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Profiles four key figures in the history of government regulation of business
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Pioneers shaping regulatory landscape; historically insightful.
If you're intrigued by the very foundations of how business and government have come to interact, "Prophets of Regulation" could be a compelling read for you. It's not just a historical account—it's an exploration of the intellectual and practical groundwork laid by key figures who deeply influenced economic policy. Their stories provide a nuanced understanding of regulation that feels especially relevant in today's complex business environment.
- Pulitzer Prize for History (1985)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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