Written by a uniquely qualified world economist, Guillermo de la Dehesa is chairman of
the Centre for Economic Policy Research and vice chairman of Goldman Sachs of Europe
Explores the latest research by the European Commission, The Organisation for Economic
Cooperation and Development (OECD), and the Centre for Strategic and International Studies
Addresses important economic issues that can have direct impact on the global economy
Preface by noted scholar Olivier Blanchard, Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology
One of Europes foremost experts and economists analyses why the European Union lags the
United States in economic growth and stability and what can be done about it for
anyone interested the latest thought leadership on global economics.
Since World War II, the European economy has focused on delivering its citizens social
benefits such as equitable wages, universal healthcare, and generous unemployment
insurance.
But is the European social model sustainable? Not without substantial reform, according
the findings of this book.
Written by one of Europes most well-known and respected economists, the book seeks
solutions for Europe mainly by comparing and contrasting its situation to that of the U.S.
While the U.S. extends little of the European generous social welfare system, it has
achieved a great deal more in the domains of efficiency, productivity, and innovation, and
therefore offers key lessons to Europe.
About Author
Guillermo de la Dehesa is Chairman of the Centre for Economic Policy Research, Director
of Banco Pastor, and Vice-Chairman of Goldman Sachs Europe. He is the author of five books
on economics, co-author of ten books on economics, and the author of over two hundred
articles and papers published in specialised newspapers, journals, and books.
Hardback
288 pages