Productivity Convergence: Theory and Evidence

by Edward N. Wolff

Book Overview

A vast new literature on the sources of economic growth has now accumulated. This book critically reviews the most significant works in this field and summarizes what is known today about the sources of economic growth. The first part discusses the most important theoretical models that have been used in modern growth theory as well as methodological issues in productivity measurement. The second part examines the long-term record on productivity...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521662842
• ISBN13: 9780521662840
• Release Date: December 2013
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 532 Pages
• Weight: 1.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 5.9" x 9.0"