John Maynard Keynes: Economist, Philosopher, Statesman

The Definitive Single-Volume Biography of John Maynard Keynes

Robert Skidelsky's three-volume biography of the great economist-statesman John Maynard Keynes has been widely acclaimed as the authoritative account of his life. In this definitive book, Skidelsky has revised and abridged his magnum opus, examining the intellectual and ideological journey that led an extraordinarily gifted young man to concern himself with the practical problems of an age overshadowed by war.

Skidelsky, Emeritus Professor of Political Economy at the University of Warwick, offers a sympathetic account of Keynes' life, providing an invaluable insight into the economic philosophy that still remains at the centre of political and economic thought. Keynes' three-volume biography (1983, 1992, 2000) received numerous prizes, including the Lionel Gelber Prize for International Relations and the Council on Foreign Relations Prize for International Relations, with one reviewer describing it as a work that "should be given a Nobel Prize for History if there was such a thing."

The author was made a life peer in 1991 and a Fellow of the British Academy in 1994. His masterful biographical and historical analysis has been praised by the New York Times as "a masterpiece."

In this definitive single-volume work, Skidelsky delves into the life and mind of one of the most influential economists of the 20th century. Keynes was a passionate visionary who grappled with the practical problems of his age, shaping economic thought and policy with his groundbreaking ideas. Skidelsky's comprehensive account offers readers a deeper understanding of the man and his legacy, exploring the intellectual and ideological factors that guided his remarkable journey.

Through meticulous research and insightful analysis, the author presents a compelling narrative that illuminates Keynes' life and work, from his early years as a gifted young man to his emergence as a leading economic thinker and statesman. The book examines the evolution of Keynes' economic philosophy, tracing its impact on the political and economic landscape of the time.

Skidelsky's masterful biography provides a comprehensive and authoritative account of Keynes' life, offering readers a rare opportunity to gain a holistic understanding of one of the most significant figures in the history of economics. This definitive single-volume work is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and legacy of John Maynard Keynes, as well as those seeking a deeper appreciation of the intellectual and ideological forces that have shaped modern economic thought.

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