Miguel Wionczek has performed a noteworthy and admirable service in compiling this handbook of documents relating to economic cooperation in the developing world. His introductory and interstitial comments are valuable and perceptive. Organized in three major sections—common markets, monetary cooperation, and regular development banks—the book reflects Wionczek’s residence and his long experience in Latin America.
Historically, Latin American countries have taken important initiating steps in each of these fields. Therefore, in an important way the volume is especially pertinent to the Latin American area. The presence of related endeavors for other areas provides a convenient basis for comparative study and a departure point for even deeper analysis of the Latin American endeavor in economic cooperation.
