附註:Includes bibliographical references (pages 97-105) and index.
Cover; Contents; Preface; 1. Growth theory in the history of thought; 2. Neoclassical and 'new' growth theory: a critique; 3. Manufacturing industry as the engine of growth; 4. A demand-orientated approach to economic growth: export-led growth models; 5. Balance of payments constrained growth: theory and evidence; 6. The endogeneity of the natural rate of growth; Bibliography; Index.
摘要:This text charts development economics as it evolved from Adam Smith to "new" or endogenous growth theory. Thirlwall is critical of the latter, and its predecessor neo-classical growth theory, and tries to put back demand as a driving force in growth theory.
