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In Oxford before the war, I had, with this interest in mind, written a short textbook entitled, An Introduction to Econo
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"In Oxford before the war, I had, with this interest in mind, written a short textbook entitled, An Introduction to Economic Analysis and Policy. It was now my intention to rewrite this work"

- James Meade

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James Meade was a British economic expert who composed a textbook entitled An Introduction to Economic Analysis and Policy before the outbreak of World War II. He composed this book while studying at Oxford University, and it was his intent to reword it after the war. Meade was interested in economic analysis and policy, and his textbook was meant to offer an intro to the subject. He wished to upgrade the book to reflect the modifications that had actually occurred considering that its preliminary publication, and to make it more appropriate to the post-war world. Meade's work was a crucial contribution to the field of economics, and his book was extensively checked out and used by trainees and specialists alike. His efforts to update the book after the war demonstrate his dedication to the field and his devotion to supplying the most current information to those thinking about financial analysis and policy.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by James Meade between June 23, 1907 and December 22, 1995. He/she was a famous Economist from England. The author also have 12 other quotes.

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