the Asian financial crisis in the late 1990s, a lengthy deliberation has ensued over whether the IMF should be reformed … sides, as well as reflecting on the history, functions, and ideology of the IMF. This unique approach gives weight to the … authors’ perspectives and their conclusion that the IMF ultimately does more harm than good. Written to analyze and contribute …

I. Foundation and Development of the IMF -- Ch1 Prehistory of the IMF: Debates in the UK and Anglo-American Negotiation … (M.Itoh) -- Ch2 Early Policy Formation of the IMF: in relation to the NAC (I.Suto) -- Ch3 Struggle of the IMF, 1944 … Liquidity Problem in the 1960s: IMF Board Discussions (Y.Noshita) -- Ch6 Return to Convertibility of the West European …

has enjoyed since it was founded. With fascinating contributions by current and former IMF staff members, this book offers …