The Women Who Made Modern Economics

Rachel Reeves

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Basic Books
30 January 2024

Feminism & feminist theory; Economic history; Business & management

'Changes the narrative of economic history and provides a powerful call for action' Mark Carney

'If you want to follow the money, start here' Jeanette Winterson

'[A] thrilling, human account of how these brilliant pioneering women have changed our world for the better' Tina Brown

The Women Who Made Modern Economics rediscovers the

stories of those whose contributions to economics have been overlooked for

too long and argues for a fairer society.

Rachel Reeves's passionate, powerful and inspiring new book tells the untold stories of some of the women whose work, dreams and ideas have shaped modern economics and the way we think about the economy. Drawing on her own experiences and linking them to the women who have gone before, Rachel

Reeves explores the

ideas of economic theorists such as Harriet Martineau, Mary Paley Marshall

and Joan Robinson. She also describes and analyses the contributions of today's

policy makers like Janet Yellen, Gita Gopinath and Christine Lagarde,

offering insight into how their work has influenced her.

As the potential next Chancellor of the Exchequer, and the first female

Chancellor after 800 years, Reeves

outlines her vision for the future of the economy: a future in which economic security is restored, family finances are boosted, and the economy grows to make every part of Britain better off.

Most importantly this book is dedicated to the women who have gone before and to those who will change our future.

By: Rachel Reeves
Imprint: Basic Books
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 236mm, Width: 162mm, Spine: 28mm
Weight: 500g
ISBN: 9781399807449
ISBN 10: 1399807447
Pages: 288
Publication Date: 30 January 2024
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Rachel Reeves is the Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer and has served as the Labour Member of Parliament for Leeds West since 2010. Before becoming an MP she spent a decade working as an economist - first for the Bank of England in London and Washington D.C., and later for HBOS in Halifax. From 2017-2020, she was Chair of the House of Commons Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Select Committee. When Keir Starmer was appointed Labour leader in May 2020, Rachel took up the role of Shadow Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster and Shadow Minister for the Cabinet Office before being appointed Shadow Chancellor in May 2021.

Reviews for The Women Who Made Modern Economics

A wonderful book . . . Rachel Reeves shows how having more female voices is good for economics and for society. Beautifully written, engaging story-telling and important lessons for policy making -- President of Columbia University, former VP of the World Bank and Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund