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The book ""International Bank For Reconstruction And Development, 1944-1949: The International Monetary Fund, 1944-1949"" by Antonin Basch provides a comprehensive account of the establishment and early years of two important international financial institutions, the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The book covers the period from their creation in 1944 to 1949, a time when the world was recovering from the devastation of World War II and faced major economic challenges.The author, Antonin Basch, was a key figure in the creation of these institutions and provides a unique perspective on their formation and early years. He describes the negotiations and debates that led to the creation of the IBRD and IMF, as well as the challenges they faced in their early years. Basch also provides insights into the personalities and motivations of the key players involved in the establishment of these institutions.The book covers a wide range of topics related to the IBRD and IMF, including their roles in promoting economic development, their lending practices, and their relationships with member countries. It also discusses the debates and controversies that surrounded these institutions in their early years, such as the role of gold in the international monetary system and the question of how to balance the needs of borrowers and lenders.Overall, ""International Bank For Reconstruction And Development, 1944-1949: The International Monetary Fund, 1944-1949"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of international finance and the creation of these important institutions. It provides a detailed and insightful account of their formation and early years, and sheds light on the challenges and debates that continue to shape the global financial system today.International Conciliation, No. 455, November, 1949.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain