David S. Landes
David S. Landes was a renowned economic historian who taught at Harvard and George Washington University.
He authored several influential books on economic history, including "The Wealth and Poverty of Nations." Landes was known for his detailed historical narratives and controversial arguments about the reasons for economic disparities between nations.
He embraced a Eurocentric perspective, arguing that explaining Europe's economic success necessitated such an approach.
Landes's work received both praise for its comprehensive historical analysis and criticism for its perceived cultural biases.
His academic background included degrees from City College of New York and Harvard University, where he later became a professor emeritus of economics.
