Crashed

How a Decade of Financial Crises Changed the World

Adam Tooze

The book provides an in-depth analysis of the global financial crisis of 2008, its origins, and the subsequent economic and political consequences that reshaped the world over the following decade. It examines the roles of key financial institutions, governments, and policies in the crisis and the complex interplay of international power dynamics that influenced the global recovery and transformation.

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The Wages of Destruction

The Making and Breaking of the Nazi Economy

Adam Tooze

The book provides an in-depth analysis of the Nazi economy, exploring how economic considerations influenced Hitler's policies and the trajectory of World War II. It examines the constraints on resources, the impact of military expenditures, and the ultimate unsustainability of the Third Reich's economic model.

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The Deluge

The Great War, America and the Remaking of the Global Order, 1916-1931

Adam Tooze

The book provides an in-depth analysis of the economic and political shifts that occurred during and after World War I, focusing on how the United States emerged as a dominant global power. It examines the restructuring of global financial systems, the impact of the Treaty of Versailles, and the lead-up to the Great Depression, highlighting America's role in reshaping international relations and economic policies.

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Shutdown

How Covid Shook the World's Economy

Adam Tooze

The book provides an analysis of the global economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, examining the responses of governments and financial institutions. It explores the crisis's effects on economies, the challenges of managing the pandemic, and the implications for future economic stability and policy.

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