Bulgarian Economic History and Economic Thought

This book offers a systematic guide to the history of Bulgarian economic thought within the broader evolution of the nation’s economy—from the final decades of the Ottoman Empire to the socialist period. It explores the interplay between economic culture, policy, institutions, and theory, revealing how Bulgarian economists interpreted and responded to the structural challenges of a developing and dependent economy.

Special attention is given to the exchanges of ideas between Bulgaria and Europe, highlighting both external intellectual influences and original national contributions. This book is an essential resource for students and scholars interested in the history of economic thought, economic culture, economic history, and the distinctive paths of European economic traditions.  

Nikolay Nenovsky is Professor of Economics at the Jules Verne University, and an affiliated Professor at the University of National and World Economy and the HSE University. His research is in the fields of the theory and history of money, economic thought and international economics, with a focus on the Balkan region. He is currently a member of Bulgarian National Bank Governing Council.

Tsvetelina Marinova is Associate Professor of Economics at New Bulgarian University, a member of the Paul Bairoch Institute of Economic History (University of Geneva), and an Associate Researcher at LEFMI (University of Picardie Jules Verne). Her research focuses on economic history, history of economic thought, social economy, political economy, and European integration.