Working Paper: NBER ID: w2461
Authors: Robert W. Fogel
Abstract: This paper discusses the scientific methods that guided the economic research of Simon Kuznets, with particular stress on his approach to measurement and theory. The paper closes with the transcription of a brief autobiographical talk by Kuznets at a dinner in honor of his eightieth birthday.
Keywords: Kuznets; economic growth; income distribution; empirical research
JEL Codes: No JEL codes provided
Edges that are evidenced by causal inference methods are in orange, and the rest are in light blue.
| Cause | Effect |
|---|---|
| economic growth (O49) | income inequality (D31) |
| initial effects of policies aimed at reducing fertility (J13) | income inequality (D31) |
| historical economic conditions (N13) | current economic performance (E66) |