Bank of England

Discover the captivating history of the Bank of England in "Bank of England" by Forrest Capie, published by Cambridge University Press in 2012. This comprehensive volume spans 920 pages and delves into the pivotal years from the 1950s to the late 1970s, a time when the Bank was at the zenith of its influence and prestige within the financial sector.

Explore how the Bank of England navigated a challenging economic landscape marked by sluggish output, banking instability, and rampant inflation during the tumultuous 1970s. Capie's insightful analysis provides a rich understanding of the Bank's role in shaping economic policy and its lasting impact on Great Britain's financial framework. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in banking history, economic policy, and the evolution of central banking in the United Kingdom.