The Man Inside: A European Journey through Two Crises - Paperback

by Marco Buti (Author), Adam J. Tooze (Foreword by), Martin Sandbu (Author)

A crucial analysis of European economic policy during times of crisis.

In The Man Inside, Marco Buti, a key figure in European economic policymaking, offers a unique perspective on the EU's response to the financial and sovereign debt crises and the COVID-19 pandemic. Drawing from real-time contributions to economic debates, Buti traces the intellectual journey behind controversial policy decisions. He reveals the delicate balance between economic, institutional, and political factors that shaped Europe's crisis management strategy.

What emerges is a new understanding of the EU's policy strategy for combating the economic fallout of the pandemic. This volume is essential for economists, policymakers, and anyone seeking to understand the inner workings of European economic governance. Readers will gain

• Insight into the EU's crisis response mechanisms
• Analysis of the challenges facing European integration
• A framework for understanding future policy strategies

Author Biography

Marco Buti has been Director-General for Economic and Financial Affairs at the European Commission since December 2008, after a 6-month period as acting Director-General. Adam J. Tooze is Professor at Columbia University and Director of the European Institute. Martin Sandbu is the Financial Times's European Economics Commentator.