Summaries of books by Joel Mokyr:
A Culture of Growth
The Origins of the Modern Economy
Joel Mokyr
The book explores the cultural factors and intellectual changes in Europe between 1500 and 1700 that laid the groundwork for the Industrial Revolution and the sustained economic growth that followed. It examines the rise of a belief in progress and the critical role played by the exchange of knowledge and ideas in fostering the conditions necessary for the modern economy to emerge.
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The Invention of Enterprise
Entrepreneurship from Ancient Mesopotamia to Modern Times
David S. Landes, Joel Mokyr, William J. Baumol
The book offers a comprehensive historical analysis of entrepreneurship across different cultures and eras, from ancient times through the modern age. It explores the role of innovators and business creators in economic development, examining how their activities have shaped and been shaped by their respective societies.
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