History of Central Banking
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AThis 38 page paper considers how central banks developed and their original purpose. The general history and development is examined through the use of a case study which examines the creation of the Bank of England. The original purpose of central banks were as bankers to the government, with a principle task of funding wars. The responsibilities such as printing legal tender, monetary stability and lender of last resort all emerge following the success as a funding source for war. An initial benefit of a central bank was also the creation of a credit economy, allowing economic growth to take place at an unprecedented rate. The looks at the development of the Bank of England and tools used such as the Gold Standard and then applies the lessons to more recent central bank developments such as the creation and success of the Bundesbank, looking for commonalities that may be indicators of success. This is then applied to the current position of the European Central Bank, (ECB) in order to assess how successful the ECB will be in the future. The bibliography cites 59 sources.
Filename: TEcentralbank.rtf

The Eurosystem 's Monetary Policy Issues
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This 19 page paper evaluates the eurosystem with a focus on monetary policy. The new euro has caused some worry and this paper addresses a variety of issues from concern over transparency to the realization that the euro has not fared as well as expected. An overview of the Eurosystem is provided along with information about monetary policy. Bibliography lists 22 sources.
Filename: SA215eur.rtf

Uniform System of Accounts for Hotels (USAH) as Used in Asia
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This 5 page paper examines this type of accounting, particularly as it respects Asia. Problems with the underuse of standard accounting practice for hotels is an issue addressed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: SA447USH.rtf

"Beyond Growth"
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This 3 page paper outlines Herman Daly's book "Beyond Growth" and compares it to the writings of Rene Girard. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: HVBeGrth.rtf

"The Banks: The Ongoing Battle for Control of Canada's Richest Business": A Review of the 1999 Book By Les Whittington:
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A 10 page overview of the book by financial journalist Les Whittington. Describes Whittington's exceptional ability to gather and regurgitate economic facts in a readable and extremely informative manner. Concentrates on the infrastructure of Canadian banks and the recent proposals for mergers. Details Whittington's concerns over these mergers, concerns which were evident as well in the governmental and public response to the proposals. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPwhitng.wps

"The Communist Manifesto" and "Souls of Black Folk"
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A 7 page paper which analyzes "The Communist Manifesto" by Marx and Engels and "Souls of Black Folk" by DuBois. The paper discusses economic injustice experienced by lower classes. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAmrxdbs.wps

"The Experience Economy"
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A 4 page review of the economic insight provided by Joseph Pine and James Gilmore. This paper affirms these authors' argument that there has been a transition from a goods-based economy to more of an experience-based economy. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PPecnExp.rtf

"The Theory of the Leisure Class" by Thorstein Veblen
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A 4 page paper which discusses the reality of the leisure class as it is presented by Veblen and argues that the leisure class still exists today. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAleisure.wps

'Stripping the S&P 500 Index' by Michael J. Brennan
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This 5 page paper considers this article published in the Financial Analysts Journal which was a suggestion of a way the stock market may be stabilized. The writer answers specific questions such as the reason the article is useful, how it relates to essential finances as well as criticisms of the article. The bibliography cites 2 sources.
Filename: TEsp500s.wps