The U.S. Economy in World War II

by Harold G. Vatter

The U.S. Economy in World War II (Columbia Studies in Business, Government, and Society)

198 pages, Hardcover

First published November 1, 1985

About the author

Harold Goodhue Vatter was professor of American economic history at Portland State University.

Reviews

[David · Rating 4 out of 5]

In "The U.S. Economy in World War II", Dr. Vatter provides a technical analysis of the U.S. economy before, during, and after the war, policy decisions that shaped the economy during that time, and ties it all together by examining the lasting socioeconomic effects of World War II. Dr. Vatter's brief (170 pages) volume seems to be thorough and well researched. The author leans heavily on government records kept during that time.

This book could be recommended to anyone with an interest in economics or a specific interest in World War II. It should be noted that it would be helpful for readers to have a basic understanding of economic terminology, especially in regards to the first chapter.

[Nidhi Chandna · Rating 5 out of 5]

A brilliant book...this gives voice to Draupadi's story, her pains and challenges and probably why she agreed to marry 5 men. Her relationship with Krishna is beautiful...I had goosebumps at moments...Read this in conjunction with The Palace of Illusions, Jaya and other Mahabharata related books and everytime a new connected yet different perspective on the epic emerges....Some might dislike the ancient poetry like language (as its a translation from Oriya) but after 5-6 pages that stops being a hindrance, rather becomes the style through which perhaps those ancient times could be made alive!