The Battle of Bretton Woods

"The Battle of Bretton Woods" by Benn Steil offers a compelling and detailed account of the historic 1944 conference that shaped the postwar global monetary system. Challenging traditional narratives, the book uncovers behind-the-scenes dramas, rivalries, and geopolitical motives involving key figures like John Maynard Keynes and Harry Dexter White. Rich with new archival evidence, it explores how political ambitions and clandestine communications influenced the creation of the Bretton Woods accords, making it a captivating story of economic and political history.