Description
This book explores the ideas of Tadeusz Kowalik, demonstrating their continued relevance in the modern world, particularly with regard to his work on capitalism and socialism. Providing insight into his life, economic ideas and political activities, it also examines his engagement with the work of Rosa Luxemburg, Michal Kalecki and Oskar Lange. By highlighting his analysis of contemporary issues, the book establishes a link between his work on political economy and public sector reform, particularly in relation to the health system and pensions.
The book also examines Kowalik s analysis of different economic systems and the structural transformation of twentieth-century economies. It will be of interest to students and researchers of political economy and the history of economic thought.
1. Introduction.- 2. Tadeusz Kowalik between Lange and Kalecki.- 3. Tadeusz Kowalik's Contribution to Rosa Luxemburg's Study.- 4. Kalecki, Kowalik and the Crucial Reform of Capitalism.- 5. Tadeusz Kowalik and Workers' Revolt in the People's Republic of Poland.- 6. How Economic Neoliberalism Undermines the Health of the Polish Population.- 7. Tadeusz Kowalik on Capitalism and Crises: the 1970s Entries in the 'Enciclopedia Europea' Published in Italy by Einaudi.- 8. Poland Cannot Afford to Abandon the Pension System.- 9. Tadeusz Kowalik: Personality and Ideas.- 9. Tadeusz Kowalik and the 'Solidarnosc' Movement.- 10. Tadeusz Kowalik's Struggles with the 'epigonic bourgeois revolution' in Poland.- 11. Interview with Tadeusz Kowalik (2004).
Grzegorz Konat is an Assistant Professor of the History of Economic Thought at the SGH Warsaw School of Economics.
Gavin Rae is an Associate Professor of Sociology at Kozminski University.
