Combining critical perspectives with a positive contribution to economic policy, both national and international, this book considers the causes and consequences of recent financial crises presenting cutting-edge material. The editors bring together a number of well-known scholars to offer their...

In the past thirty years the financial sector has seen unparalleled growth and has exerted increased economic and political influence and significance. This growth has come hand-in-hand with several serious economic crises and greater monetary instability. Set against this background, this...

"This volume focuses on current issues of debate in the area of modern macroeconomics and money, written from (a broadly interpreted) post Keynesian perspective. The papers connect with Philip Arestis' contributions to macroeconomics and money, and pay tribute to his distinguished...

Contents: Introduction / Louis-Philippe Rochon and Hassan Bougrine -- Part 1: Money, income distribution and post-keynesian economics -- 1. Celebrating pioneers / Louis-Philippe Rochon and Hassan Bougrine -- 2. Understanding credit-money: Lavoie and seccareccia's contribution to monetary theory...