This book addresses the comparative history of economic thought in Central European countries where there is a notable common historic heritage and political traits. The author explores issues of Central European identity, Habsburgian and Soviet influence, and nationalistic traditions, and...

Intro -- Contents -- Introduction -- The Ethic of Solidarity from 1980 to 1989 -- The Eclipse of Solidarity after 1989 -- Poverty in Poland after 1989 -- Recovering and Applying an Ethic of Solidarity to Polish Poverty -- Freedom and Participation as Social Products -- Promoting an Ethic of...

The transformation of state-owned enterprises into privately owned ones is commonly referred to as 'privatization'. Just as important as this process, though sometimes not given the attention it deserves and requires, is the establishment and expansion of new private firms.This book analyzes new...