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05419a. ECONOMICS AND THE PUBLIC PURPOSE BY JOHN KENNETH GALBRAITH.

This paper presents a critical review of Galbraith's book examining some of the major premises on which American institutions and policies rest. KEYWORDS: book review non-fiction economic theory... (more)		   $49
 

05418a. THE NEW INDUSTRIAL STATE BY JOHN KENNETH GALBRAITH.

This paper is a review of Galbraith's thesis (as presented in his book, The New Industrial State) that industry has changed significantly over the near term past to the extent that it is insulated... (more)		   $105
 

05418. PLATONIC DUALISM AND IMMORTALITY AND TWO MAJOR COUNTER ARGUMENTS.

Plato's concept of immortality shows a close relation to his eternal Forms and ultimately the soul. Against this, Plato places the body thus invoking a dualism. The paper looks at immortality in this... (more)		   $77
 

05417. SEARCHING FOR SAUDI INVESTMENTS IN THE U.S.

The difficulties of assessing Saudi investments in the U.S. are enumerated given the Saudi preference for operating through 3rd parties. Channels, type of investments and goals are considered. 15... (more)		   $105
 

05405. SCHOPENHAUER ON IMMORTALITY AND DEATH.

A thorough examination of the philosopher's concept of man's true nature as indestructible. Schopenhauer's debts to Platonic and Kantian metaphysics are reviewed, and his influence on later... (more)		   $98
 

05404a. THE AGE OF UNCERTAINTY BY JOHN KENNETH GALBRAITH.

This paper provides a discussion of Galbraith’s 1977 book on economic history. A critical but balanced appraisal is made. KEYWORDS: book review non-fiction economic history galbraith. 10 pages, 8... (more)		   $70
 

05396. THE EXPORT OF AMERICAN JOBS.

This paper argues that the concern among American trade unionists (and some businessmen) that American unemployment is the result of foreign investment and liberal trade laws is understandable, but... (more)		   $35
 

05393. PSYCHODIETICS BY CHERASKIN AND RINGSDORF.

This is a book review outlining a diet for curing and preventing senility. It includes calorie, vitamin and diet plan charts. ... (more)		   $49
 

05392. THE ENERGY CRISIS.

Using President Carter's April 1977 speech as a starting point, this paper examines America's reliance on imported oil -- a dependence which has grown, not diminished, since the crisis of 1973. ... (more)		   $70
 

05391. EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING ON THE BBC.

An examination of the history of BBC's School Broadcasting and Adult Education projects, looking at their effectiveness in reaching their audience and fulfilling an educational function. Financing,... (more)		   $70
 

05235. DIVESTITURE AND COMPETITION IN THE OIL INDUSTRY.

Discusses whether American oil companies should be forbidden from controlling alternative sources of energy as well being forbidden to be vertically integrated. Discussed in terms of economic... (more)		   $49
 

05139. THE U. S. ENERGY ENVIRONMENT.

A study of the various problems in the economic development of American energy industries, concentrating on the recent developments with OPEC and the impact of energy consumption on the environment. ... (more)		   $56
 

05077. THE NEW INDUSTRIAL STATE BY JOHN K. GALBRAITH.

The noted economist's analysis of the growth of industry from capitalist entrepreneurs to technological bureaucrats is reviewed. The roles of the workers, the teachers, the corporation, the state and... (more)		   $105
 

05060. WOMEN IN THE U. S. LABOR MARKET.

This paper concludes: (a) that the number of women in the U. S. labor force is increasing, (b) that the female unemployment rate has been significantly above the male, and (c) the quality of work... (more)		   $35
 

05055. THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ANTITRUST POLICY.

Discusses briefly the Sherman and Clayton antitrust acts. Analyzes U. S. antitrust policy from the viewpoint that they inhibit competition and productivity. Includes several antitrust cases as... (more)		   $49
 

05034. THE COAL STRIKE OF 1978.

The setting and extent of the coal field strikes are examined in this excellent study of coal mining as an occupation and as an economic force. The impact of the strike on the U. S. economy and the... (more)		   $77
 

04991. THE JUSTICE OF REDISTRIBUTION.

The question of income distribution in America is considered in this study. The philosophical problem of human equality is discussed in relation to the arguments for redistribution of wealth on an... (more)		   $133
 

04973. BUSINESS CIVILIZATION IN DECLINE BY ROBERT HEILBRONER.

Heilbroner's critique of the status of contemporary capitalism is reviewed. The demise of the single entrepreneur and the individual businessman are seen as leading to the demise of classic... (more)		   $49
 

04955. EMPLOYMENT IN RELATION TO DECLINING PRICES.

A look at the historical record of the relation between employment and prices, examining business cycles in this century and the correlation of unemployment with declining prices. The Phillips curve... (more)		   $63
 

04954. PROBLEMS OF THE SOCIAL SECURITY SYSTEM.

A history and analysis of the American Social Security System, from its inception in 1935 down to the present day. Problems of eligibility, discrimination and other inequities such as the payroll tax... (more)		   $70
 

04923. PRICE STABILITY AND MARKET POWER.

An investigation of some of the trade-offs that exist between market power and the achievement of price stability, focusing on the problem of inflation, unemployment and free market theory. The... (more)		   $35
 

04919. GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE TO THE GREAT DEPRESSION.

A well-organized study of the American government's response to the Great Depression. Looking at the causes of the Depression, the paper proceeds to delineate the effects on political, economic and... (more)		   $63
 

04898. THE INTERSTATE COMMERCE COMMISSION AND THE DEMISE OF RAILROADS.

A discussion of the failure of the I.C.C. in providing an adequate regulatory framework for the railroad industry. Discusses the problems associated with minimum, rates, maximum rates, and proposed... (more)		   $70
 

04882. THE INCOME TAX AND DISTRIBUTION OF WEALTH.

The theoretical framework of the graduated income tax, based on the ability to pay, is studied in this comparison of income tax rates and the distribution of wealth in the United States. Problems of... (more)		   $56
 

04861. GOVERNMENT CONTROL OVER THE PRICE OF NATURAL GAS.

A look at natural gas price controls. The study looks at the evolution of government controls, the consequences of such regulation, and proposed alternatives to regulation such as free market... (more)		   $84
 

04732. THE TWISTED DREAM BY DOUG DOWD.

Clever book review: the subject is a socialist economist's version of of America's bourgeois and exploitative history. The reviewer does an excellent job of being alternately sympathetic and critical... (more)		   $77
 

04709. PRESIDENT CARTER'S ECONOMIC PLAN.

Very good study of Carter's economic programs, and what Congress did to them in the first months of the administration: the" rise and fall of the $50 rebate, employment and tax issues, businessmen's... (more)		   $105
 

04702. THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL SECURITY LAWS ON SAVINGS BEHAVIOR.

Good study of why people save less because they think Social Security will provide for them. Good review of studies that have been done showing that increased Social Security taxes mean fewer dollars... (more)		   $42
 

04641. PRICE REGULATIONS AND COMPETITION.

Interesting discussion of laissez-faire position on price regulation in U. S., bas on books by Israel Kirzner Q M. Friedman. 7p.; 6f.;... (more)		   $49
 

04545. THE GREAT TRANSFORMATION BY KARL POLANYI.

Well-done book review, which summarizes Polany's views on the rise of capitalism in the l9th cent. and its degradation by protectionism and nationalism in the 20th cent. lOp.; 15f.;... (more)		   $70
 

04438. CAREER EDUCATION: RELATING CURRICULUM TO MANPOWER NEEDS.

12 pages, 9 footnotes, 8 bibliographic sources. See U. S. Economy, Section... (more)		   $84
 

04417. COMPETITION AND MONOPOLY IN THE ENERGY INDUSTRIES.

Very thorough, sophisticated study of competition (and the lack of it) in energy, focusing on petroleum. Includes detailed history of the international oil cartel, why gas pump prices are always the... (more)		   $133
 

04245. THE U.S. RISE TO IMPERIALISM.

Explanation of U.S. emergence in world affairs in 1898 in terms of economic pressure of big manufacturers. 6 pages, 4 footnotes, 2 bibliographic... (more)		   $42
 

04239. ASPECTS OF THE REGULATIONS ON COMMERCIAL BANKS.

Good solid summary and discussion of banking regulations; includes history of bank failures and why they are feared, development of regulations, their advantages and disadvantages to both the economy... (more)		   $84
 

04198. THE CURRENCY POWER OF THE UNITED STATES.

The history of the governmental power to issue and regulate money in the U. S. The political and economic issues involved are concisely surveyed. Sp.; Of.;... (more)		   $35
 

04185. THE ROLE OF THE STATE IN THE AMERICAN ECONOMY.

Very clever and well-argued critique of government interference in the economy, hit s both right and left. Includes the fact that laws guide economic behavior, full employment act and the 'political... (more)		   $70
 

04160. THE 160 ACRE LIMITATION: PROBLEMS AND PROSPECTS.

Good analysis of theoretical arguments for and against the enforcement of regulations limiting federally-funded irrigation water to small farms (though these rules have never been enforced because of... (more)		   $91
 

04142. THE EFFECTS OF MULTINATIONAL CORPORATIONS ON THE AMERICAN ECONOMY.

Good, well-balanced survey' of the impact of MNC's on America's jobs, balance of payments and taxes; finds they do contribute to balance of payments, probably do export jobs (but this needs full... (more)		   $84
 

04063. SHOULD THE FEDERAL RESFRVE BOARD BE RESPONSIBLE TO CONGRESS?

This study,favors maintaining the traditional "independence" of the FRB, but argues that we face continuing economic chaos unless the policies of the Board, the Executive and Congress become more... (more)		   $70
 

04034. TWO VIEWS OF THE AMERICAN ECONOMY.

Dual book review, which compares and contrasts Galbraith's Economics and the Public Purpose and Peterson's Principles of Economics: Micro; good objective discussion of how two economists can come to... (more)		   $28
 

03987. SOCIAL CLASSES DURING THE GREAT DEPRESSION.

Good argument, from Studs Terkel's "Hard Times" and other cultural evidence, that class-based standards of behavior were very little affected by the Great Depression. 4 pages, 3 footnotes, 1... (more)		   $28
 

03955. THE PROSPECTS POR BASIC ECONOMIC REFORM.

Interesting discussion of the political and economic realities that prevent economic reforms in America; criticizes both right and left wings. Written at height of mid-70's depression: might need... (more)		   $35
 

03848. WAGE AND PRICE CONTROLS.

Good detailed economic analysis of Nixon's wage and price controls, thorough discussion of relationship between interest rates, monetary growth and inflation. 11 pages, 17 footnotes, 8 bibliographic... (more)		   $77
 

03703. A QUESTION OF THE SYSTEM.

Critical comparison of D. Dowd's ,The Twisted Dream and T. Cochran's Basic History of American Business, more sympathetic to the first; the subject is interpretation of American economic history. ... (more)		   $70
 

03694. THE BANKING EMERGENCY OF 1933 AND ITS AFTERMATH.

Good survey of Roosevelt's actions against bank crisis, including discus sion of controversy over whether to repeal old emergency decrees. 11p.; 20f.;... (more)		   $77
 

03412. THE 1974 RECESSION.

Thorough study of 1974 recession, including disputes over fiscal and monetary policies, statistics, energy crisis. Includes 1 page of graphs; written mid-1974. 11 pages, 0 footnotes, 0... (more)		   $77
 

03395. THE GREAT CRASH OF 1929, BY J.K. GALBRAITH.

Good solid book review of this classic of economic history; the subject is the stock market crash of 1929, the speculation that led to it and the confusion that followed it. 6p.; Of.;... (more)		   $42
 

02258. A STUDY OF KENTUCKY.

Well-done radical study of Kentucky as an underdeveloped region: how capitalists came through exploiting resources, hardships of coal-mining, hypocrisy of "war on poverty," all other aspects. 16... (more)		   $112
 

02116. THE SHERMAN ANTI-TRUST ACT IN HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE.

A very thorough and well-written paper whicQ examines the Sherman anti-trust act in terms of the time it was passed (1890). The position of the trusts at that time, who Sherman was, passage of the... (more)		   $133
 

02115. BOOK REVIEW: THE GREAT CRASH 1929 BY J.K. GALBRAITH.

Informal discussion of Galbraith's book, with several critical comments on his style; the subject is how excessive speculation led to the Great Crash, and how even those who might have prevented it... (more)		   $28
 

02112. SEATTLE AND TACOMA PORT AUTHORITY.

A proposal for the creation of an interlocking Port Authority for the two Washington cities, with a look at regional interests and economic impact. 6p.; Of.;... (more)		   $42
 

02111. FEDERAL RESERVE OPEN-MARKET OPERATIONS AND DISCOUNT MECHANISM.

Very detailed, complete examination of the policies and procedures of the Federal Reserve in manipulating money supply by selling bonds (open-market operations I and making loans to banks (discount... (more)		   $91
 

02110. FARM PRICE SUPPORT PROGRAMS.

Good, thorough study of the economic s of farm price supports. Includes all phases: historical reasons, various types of support programs, including how and why each one works, ultimate effects on the... (more)		   $28
 

02105. THE UNITED STATES' ECONOMY IN 1800.

Overview of the economic scene in the early United States; good descriptions of economic activities of the time, social conditions. 11 pages, 13 footnotes, 6 bibliographic... (more)		   $77
 

02101. THE CHICAGO SANITARY AND SHIP CANAL.

The building of the canal and the establishment of the Chicago Sanitary District are reviewed. The construction between 1892-1900, the dilution of waste, and the effect of lowering the Great Lakes... (more)		   $70
 

01975. TRANSPORTATION STUDIES.

An annotated bibliography of 9 books on various phases of transportation economics and policymaking; railroads and their rates, highways and urban transit needs, competition in trucking and federal... (more)		   $49
 

01957. WILDAVSKY'S "THE POLITICS OP THE BUDGETARY PROCESS".

Critical book review of this 1964 study of how Congress and the bureaucracy come together in sound and fury to pass a budget; criticizes Aaron Wildavsky for not having radical perspective. KEYWORDS: ... (more)		   $35
 

01935. FACTORS IN THE RISING STANDARD OF LIVING IN THE UNTIED STATES, 1700-1860.

Good study of the economic and social reasons that the U.S. enjoyed a rising standard of living even during its early history. Includes economic opportunity & new system of government, natural... (more)		   $70
 

01527. THE EFFECTS OF EARLY RAILROAD DEVELOPMENT IN THE U.S.

Very good study of the economic effects of railroads. Good brief history of railroad building in 19th Century. Very good analysis of studies on railroad's effects on growth of the economy as a whole,... (more)		   $84
 

01325. ECONOMIC EXPANSION AND RACISM.

Study of how racist attitudes and politics paved the way for the settlement of the American West: the removal of the Indians and the exclusion of the Chinese. 9p.; Of.; Ob. ( notes in... (more)		   $63
 

01048. BANK REFORM AND THE FEDERAL RESERVE ACT OF 1913.

Thorough study of the birth of the Fed; l9th Century conflicts between free banking and, need for regulation, Congressional steps towards bank reform in early 1900's, maneuvering leading to the... (more)		   $77
 

00926. PHASE II ECONOMICS.

Thorough, well-written study of Nixon's economic program; includes developments leading to wage-price controls, good discussion of fiscal policy theory, how Phase II tried to stimulate the economy,... (more)		   $133
 

00708. NIXON'S ECONOMIC PHASE TWO PROGRAM.

Interesting, detailed study of Nixon's cost-of-living program; includes history of Nixon's controls, macroeconomic justifications of Phase II policy (with numerous equations), decisions of the Pay... (more)		   $28
 

00041. ECONOMIC ASPECTS OF REAL ESTATE TAXES.

Original study of the theory and practice of real estate taxes, including incidence of taxes, progressivity and regressivity of R.E. taxes, effects on owners and maintenance of standards. 3 graphs. 8... (more)		   $56
 

00025. THE COST OF POLLUTION.

Plenty of statistic s in this study of the costs of pollution. First part covers the cost to society of various kinds of pollution; second half examines the cost of pollution control as a percentage... (more)		   $77
 

00014. THE ORIGINS OF THE MILITARY-INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX.

This study argues that World War II ended the Great Depression, that the New Deal had failed. Consequently, American leaders realized that continued prosperity depended on defense spending. However,... (more)		   $35
 

00012. THE IMPACT OF THE CREDIT CARD.

Good overview of the role of credit cards in the modern economy, concentrating on the question of why they grew so fast, problems of fraud and delinquency that hamper further growth, comments on... (more)		   $77
 

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53850. A BRIEF HISTORY OF TAX REFORM.

This study traces the history of US tax policies back to the origins of the Republic and traces its political relevance up to the 1972 election. 6 pages, 9 footnotes, 8 bibliographic... (more)		   $42
 

53516. THE ECONOMIC APO SOCIAL EFFECTS OF TOURISM IN THE UNITED STATES.

Good, detailed study of the impact of tourism; the economic effect of providing jobs and stimulating spending, the social effects of "enclaves," uncontrolled hordes, and other social disutilities. 11... (more)		   $77
 

53221. ISSUES IN PROFESSIONAL AUDITING.

Comprehensive treatment of four topic s affecting the professional auditor; independence and the effect of management services; computers and their role in accounting controls; advertising by auditors... (more)		   $133
 

52597. TRADE: EXPANSION OR PROTECTION?

The two conflicting philosophies on barriers to international trade are viewed in this study of recent developments. Free trade and protectionism are compared under Kennedy, Nixon and Johnson, and... (more)		   $42
 

52496. INFLATION IN THE U. S., 1962-1970.

Good basic overview of inflation rates during this period; finds that both demand-pull and cost-push inflation were at work. 6p.; 10f.;... (more)		   $42
 

52449. THE POOR PAY MORE BY CAPLOWITZ.

Good book review, of this study that documents how the poor pay more for basic necessities because of higher prices, other sharp business practices. 4p.; Of.;... (more)		   $28
 

52347. THE EFFECTS OF FARM MACHINERY ON AGRICULTURE.

Good overview of how modern technology has changed the business and social aspects of American farming: includes details on labor-saving qualities of farm machines, discussion of social changes. ... (more)		   $70
 

52308. THE ECONOMIC ROLE OF BIG BUSINESS IN ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION.

Good basic overview of how corporate polluters attempt to evade responsibility for their acts by placing the burden on society as a whole. 11 pages, 9 footnotes, 5 bibliographic... (more)		   $77
 

52303. HISTORY OF AMERICAN AGRICULTURE.

Thorough overview of economic aspects of American agriculture; especially good on structural problems in twentieth century, government programs for farm support. 14 pages, 19 footnotes, 20... (more)		   $98
 

52143. THE ISSUE OF RAILROAD MERGERS.

Good, detailed overview of the question of whether railroad mergers should be approved by the government; to increase their ability to compete with trucks and planes, the answer is yes. 7 pages, 9... (more)		   $49
 

52088. ROLE OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE BOARD.

Very good overview of the Federal Reserve and the role of monetary policy in stimulating economic growth; note that a new law requires Fed. Chairman to report to Congress twice a year. 6 pages, 9... (more)		   $42
 

52062. MANAGEMENT AND ECONOMICS.

Good discussion of how management practices support and maintain the free enterprise system. Discusses such topics as pricing, profits, taxes, and others in terns of how good management practice is... (more)		   $133
 

51904. TWO CONTRASTING ANALYSES OF SOCIO-ECONOMIC FORCES.

Dual book review of Galbraith's (1952) American Capitalism, Hayek's The Road to Serfdom. Basically, the liberal-interventionist and conservative-laissez-faire views of government involvement in the... (more)		   $56
 

51816. TRADE-OFF BETWEEN INFLATION AND UNEMPLOYMENT.

Good basic overview of the structural problems by which solutions to inflation bring about unemployment, and vice versa; focuses on cost-push inflation as source of all evils, good summary of monetary... (more)		   $56
 

51810. CHILD LABOR IN THE UNITED STATES.

Good examination of the history of child labor laws and their enforcememt thorough study of the situation of child labor in agriculture (esp. migrants) today. llp., Of.,... (more)		   $77
 

51731. EFFECTS OF MINIMUM WAGE LAWS ON MARGINAL WORKERS AND TEENAGERS.

Good presentation of the arguments for and against the position that minimum wage laws hurt more than they help by pricing marginal workers out of the market. 6 pages, 10 footnotes, 8 bibliographic... (more)		   $42
 

16070. A CRITICAL EVALUATION OF GALBRAITH'S "THE GREAT CRASH".

Good book review, in which Galbraith's interpretations of events are compared to those of other economists and historians. 5 pages, 8 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources. ... (more)		   $35
 

16067. INTEREST RATES AND THE BALANCE OF PAYMENTS.

Good paper examining the interrelationships between interest rates and the balance of payments; concentrates on the effect of interest rates in luring speculative money in or out of the country. ... (more)		   $70
 
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