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Economic Consequences of the Peace

Economic Consequences of the Peace

Written by: John Maynard Keynes
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 Delve into The Economic Consequences of the Peace, a groundbreaking work by John Maynard Keynes published in 1919 that became an international bestseller. As a delegate at the Versailles Conference representing the British Treasury, Keynes advocated for a more lenient peace with Germany. His compelling arguments played a pivotal role in shaping global opinion, highlighting the harshness of the Versailles Treaty and its impact on Germany. The book not only swayed American sentiment against the treaty and the League of Nations but also influenced British public perception, contributing to support for appeasement. This influential work solidified Keynes status as a prominent economist, particularly among progressive thinkers. (Summary by Graham McMillan)Copyright Politics, Philosophy, Religion Political Science Politics & Government Science Social Sciences World
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  • 012 - Remedies - part 2

    012 - Remedies - part 2
    Feb 9 2026
    Delve into The Economic Consequences of the Peace, a groundbreaking work by John Maynard Keynes published in 1919 that became an international bestseller. As a delegate at the Versailles Conference representing the British Treasury, Keynes advocated for a more lenient peace with Germany. His compelling arguments played a pivotal role in shaping global opinion, highlighting the harshness of the Versailles Treaty and its impact on Germany. The book not only swayed American sentiment against the treaty and the League of Nations but also influenced British public perception, contributing to support for appeasement. This influential work solidified Keynes status as a prominent economist, particularly among progressive thinkers. (Summary by Graham McMillan)
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    19 mins
  • 011 - Remedies - part 1

    011 - Remedies - part 1
    Feb 9 2026
    Delve into The Economic Consequences of the Peace, a groundbreaking work by John Maynard Keynes published in 1919 that became an international bestseller. As a delegate at the Versailles Conference representing the British Treasury, Keynes advocated for a more lenient peace with Germany. His compelling arguments played a pivotal role in shaping global opinion, highlighting the harshness of the Versailles Treaty and its impact on Germany. The book not only swayed American sentiment against the treaty and the League of Nations but also influenced British public perception, contributing to support for appeasement. This influential work solidified Keynes status as a prominent economist, particularly among progressive thinkers. (Summary by Graham McMillan)
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    36 mins
  • 010 - Europe After the Treaty

    010 - Europe After the Treaty
    Feb 9 2026
    Delve into The Economic Consequences of the Peace, a groundbreaking work by John Maynard Keynes published in 1919 that became an international bestseller. As a delegate at the Versailles Conference representing the British Treasury, Keynes advocated for a more lenient peace with Germany. His compelling arguments played a pivotal role in shaping global opinion, highlighting the harshness of the Versailles Treaty and its impact on Germany. The book not only swayed American sentiment against the treaty and the League of Nations but also influenced British public perception, contributing to support for appeasement. This influential work solidified Keynes status as a prominent economist, particularly among progressive thinkers. (Summary by Graham McMillan)
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    31 mins
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