ABSTRACT

First published in 1955, this book offers a detailed history from the past to the mid-20th century on economic control. The book examines economic competition, particularly regarding the British economic system, and Fogarty looks at its scope, as well as its limits. This analysis considers working conditions in the mid-20th century, examining the impacts of industry on the life and work of the British agricultural population. The book first examines production decisions, arguing that a systematic and periodic overhaul of control mechanisms are required. Fogarty goes to give a detailed analysis on decisions about industry objectives. Ultimately, a broader look is given on the wider economic setting, and the definition of the economist is itself examined, taking into account the wider role that economics played in 20th century society.

 

part I|12 pages

The Problem

chapter 1|10 pages

Foreword — The Problem of Control

part II|87 pages

Production Decisions

chapter 5|21 pages

Direction

chapter 6|13 pages

Consultation as a Form of Control

part III|144 pages

Decisions about Objectives

chapter 8|35 pages

Consumption and Savings

chapter 9|20 pages

Provision for the Future (I)

chapter 10|13 pages

Provision for the Future (II)

chapter 11|22 pages

Provision for the Future (III)

chapter 12|23 pages

Inter-Regional and International Relations

chapter 13|16 pages

Inter-Regional and International Relations

chapter 14|13 pages

Inter-Regional and International Relations

part IV|55 pages

Economics in Its Wider Setting

chapter 15|15 pages

What an Economist Is

chapter 16|12 pages

The Economist and His Neighbours

chapter 17|26 pages

The Changing Background