This paper examines the economic effects of public spending onGreek economic growth over the period 1842-1938. In less devel-oped countries, such as late-19th- and early-20th-century Greece, pub-lic spending played an important role in the construction of keyinfrastructures and the provision of...

Purpose - Conflict and civil strife adversely affect the economy since it severely disrupts the normal, daily routine of economic activity. Similarly, economic downturns can trigger discontent that has the potential to escalate into social unrest and strife. Using the recently compiled index on...