1. Introduction -- 2. Theory -- 3. The State of Emerging Democracies -- 4. Multidimensionality and Preferences for Income Equality -- 5. Political Determinants of Income Inequality: Panel Analysis -- 6. Conclusion.

Luigi Einaudi made an outstanding contribution to economics during his long career as economist, historian and policy-maker. This book makes an important selection of his works available in English for the first time. Topics covered include: taxation of consumption rather than income; European...