Global Economic History: A Very Short Introduction

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Robert C. Allen (Global Distinguished Professor of Economic History, Global Distinguished Professor of Economic History, University of Oxford)

Global Economic History

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A Very Short Introduction

Robert C. Allen (Global Distinguished Professor of Economic History, Global Distinguished Professor of Economic History, University of Oxford)

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Oxford University Press
16 July 2026

Economics & Business; International economics; Economic history

Series: Very Short Introductions

Very Short Introductions: Brilliant, Sharp, InspiringWhy are some countries rich, and some poor? Does this status persist throughout time, and if so, why? How can a country escape poverty?

In this Very Short Introduction, Robert C. Allen explores the interplay of geography, globalization, technological change, economic policy, and institutions, to show how they have determined the wealth and poverty of nations around the world. Using historical examples to analyse the factors that have influenced growth, he exposes what has caused the unequal world we live in today, focusing on recent changes in equality and world economic disruption. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

By: Robert C. Allen (Global Distinguished Professor of Economic History Global Distinguished Professor of Economic History University of Oxford)
Imprint: Oxford University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 2nd Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 174mm, Width: 111mm,
ISBN: 9780198921837
ISBN 10: 0198921837
Series: Very Short Introductions
Pages: 208
Publication Date: 16 July 2026
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

1: The great divergence 2: The rise of the West 3: The Industrial Revolution 4: The ascent of the rich 5: The great empires 6: The Americas 7: Africa 8: The standard model and late industrialization 9: Big Push industrialization

Robert C. Allen is Global Distinguished Professor of Economic History at New York University, Abu Dhabi, and a Senior Research Fellow of Nuffield College, Oxford. His books include Enclosure and the Yeoman: The Agricultural Development of the South Midlands, 1450-1850 (2009), and Farm to Factory: A Re-interpretation of the Soviet Industrial Revolution (2003).