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The Standard of Living Debate in International Perspective: Measures and Indicators

In: Health and Welfare during Industrialization

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  • Stanley L. Engerman, 1997. "The Standard of Living Debate in International Perspective: Measures and Indicators," NBER Chapters, in: Health and Welfare during Industrialization, pages 17-46, National Bureau of Economic Research, Inc.
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