Description
1953 New York Clearing House Association publishing. NOT a reprint. Former library copy. No dust jacket. Hardcover has some wear. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.
This intriguing volume, published in 1953 by the New York Clearing House Association, offers a critical examination of the Federal Reserve System, the central banking system of the United States. Written in the aftermath of World War II and during the early years of the Cold War, this book provides a unique perspective on the role and function of the Federal Reserve, which had been established in 1913 to serve as the nation’s central bank.
The New York Clearing House Association, composed of prominent New York City banks, played a significant role in shaping the financial landscape of the United States. Their critique of the Federal Reserve System offers valuable insights into the debates and concerns surrounding the institution’s operations and policies during a pivotal period in American history.
This former library copy, though bearing the expected wear and lacking a dust jacket, remains a compelling artifact for collectors and researchers interested in the history of American finance, economics, and political thought. Its well-preserved pages and secure binding ensure that this thought-provoking work can continue to be explored and appreciated by those seeking to understand the complex interplay between financial institutions, government policies, and economic realities of the mid-20th century.
