Amid a recent surge in arguments that the global economy has begun to "de-globalize," a question has emerged: will globalization survive? In this book , Christopher M. Meissner argues that based on the long-run of history, globalization will not be easily vanquished.

What is the role of foreign currency debt in precipitating financial crises? In this paper we assemble data for nearly 30 countries between 1880 and 1913 and examine debt crises, currency crises, banking crises and twin crises. We pay special attention to the role of foreign currency and gold...

What is the role of foreign currency debt in precipitating financial crises? In this paper we compare the 1880 to 1913 period to recent experience. We examine debt crises, currency crises, banking crises and the interrelation between these varieties of crises. We pay special attention to the...