"The essential role institutions play in understanding economic development has long been recognised and has been closely studied across the social sciences but some of the most high profile work has been done by economists many of whom are included in this collection covering a wide range of...

New Institutional Economics (NIE) has skyrocketed in scope and influence over the last three decades. This first Handbook of NIE provides a unique and timely overview of recent developments and broad orientations. Contributions analyse the domain and perspectives of NIE; sections on legal...

It is increasingly accepted that 'institutions matter' for economic organization & outcomes. This text explores the issues, perspectives, & models, concerned with comparative institutional analysis. The leading scholars in the area contribute chapters to provide a central reference point for...

It is increasingly accepted that 'institutions matter' for economic organization & outcomes. This text explores the issues perspectives, & models, concerned with comparative institutional analysis. The leading scholars in the area contribute chapters to provide a central reference point for...