The IMF and Economic Development

‘Vreeland’s book is worth a look as it pieces together some interesting case studies, weaves an intriguing tale of political motives, and provides a concise and readable discussion of his attempt to measure the impact of IMF programs on economic growth.’ Finance & Development

‘Vreeland’s The IMF and Economic Development contains novel and important findings regarding the impact of IMF programmes upon participant countries … engaging …’ Cambridge Review of International Affairs

‘… this is a valuable contribution to the debate on development policies both in its specific findings and its welcome reminder that the challenges of development are still best viewed through a political economy lens.’ Development and Change

‘After applying rigorous statistical and analytical methods, Vreeland arrives at some significant, and for the IMF, sobering conclusions … Vreeland raises new questions that have important policy implications. He lays out new avenues of research and concludes with some suggestions for IMF reform.’ Development Policy Review