"Economic history is not a reliable guide. It is rarely devoid of ideology."
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About Amity Shlaes
Amity Shlaes is an American author and historian known for her works on economic history, including the New York Times bestsellers "The Forgotten Man: A New History of the Great Depression" and "Coolidge." She has also written for various publications and served as a syndicated columnist. Shlaes has a deep interest in economics and has contributed to the understanding of historical economic events through her insightful analysis and narrative style.
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