Bernstein, Michael A. 1954-

A perilous progress : economists and public purpose in twentieth-century America / Perilous progress : economists and public purpose in 20th century America Michael A. Bernstein. - 1 online resource (377 pages) : illustrations

Includes bibliographical references (pages [291]-341) and index.

Machine generated contents note: 1. Shaping an Authoritative Community -- 2. Prospects, Puzzles, and Predicaments -- 3. The Mobilization of Resources and Vice Versa -- 4. On Behalf of the National Security State -- 5. Statecraft and Its Retainers -- 6. Statecraft and Its Discontents -- Epilogue. Being Ignored (Reprise) -- Notes -- Bibliography and Reference Abbreviations -- Acknowledgments -- Index.

9781400865086 (e-book)


Council of Economic Advisers (U.S.)--History.


Economists--History--United States--20th century.
Economics--History--United States--20th century.


United States--Economic policy--20th century.


Electronic books.

HC103 / .B43 2001eb

338.973/009/04