1 “... are acknowledged by mainstream economists and political leaders from all sides of the ideological spectrum...”

2 “... continent since independence. It offers a collection of analyses by some of the leading economists...”

3 “... and the state in that process. The historical record provides a challenge for economists to understand...”

4 “... is a crucial task for economists. This paper reassesses the evolution of knowledge on growth...”

5 “... and industrialization have generally been viewed with suspicion by economists, and for good reasons: past experiences...”