John Lauritz Larson
John Lauritz Larson is a Professor of History at Purdue University who earned his PhD from Brown University.
He specializes in U.S. History, particularly political, early national, business, and environmental history.
Larson served as co-editor of the Journal of the Early Republic, demonstrating his expertise in the period his book examines.
He teaches courses connecting historical economic transformations to contemporary issues, including "From the Great Depression to the Great Recession." His accessible writing style and ability to synthesize complex economic history into readable narratives have made his work valuable for both undergraduate and graduate students studying American economic development.
