
Income and wealth inequality in the Netherlands, 16th-20th century
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Romance
History
Business & Economics
형식
하드커버
페이지
212
언어
영어
출판됨
Jan 1, 2001
출판사
Het Spinhuis
ISBN-10
905589043X
ISBN-13
9789055890439
설명
This work explores the evolution of income and wealth inequality in the Netherlands from the 16th to the 20th century, offering a thorough historical analysis crafted by Lee Soltow and Jan Luiten Van Zanden. The authors delve into how economic structures, social policies, and pivotal events shaped the financial landscape of Dutch society over four centuries.
As they unravel the socio-economic fabric of the Netherlands, Soltow and Van Zanden highlight significant variations in wealth distribution across different periods. They meticulously document the transitions and the various forces that contributed to increasing or decreasing inequality, painting a complex picture of an evolving nation grappling with its financial dynamics.
Their research is supported by comprehensive bibliographical references, enriching the reader's understanding of the topic. Through this examination, readers gain insights into the broader implications of wealth disparities and their impact on society, a discourse that remains relevant in contemporary discussions about economic inequality.
As they unravel the socio-economic fabric of the Netherlands, Soltow and Van Zanden highlight significant variations in wealth distribution across different periods. They meticulously document the transitions and the various forces that contributed to increasing or decreasing inequality, painting a complex picture of an evolving nation grappling with its financial dynamics.
Their research is supported by comprehensive bibliographical references, enriching the reader's understanding of the topic. Through this examination, readers gain insights into the broader implications of wealth disparities and their impact on society, a discourse that remains relevant in contemporary discussions about economic inequality.