Series: Research in Comparative and Global Social Policy

This book traces the origins of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in the broader context of universalism since the beginning of the 20th century. UHC aims to improve access to essential health services, provide financial protection, and overcome health care inequities. Drawing on rich first-hand data, including expert interviews and archival research, this book adopts a historical-sociological methodology to analyse some...

The book connects labour and welfare transformations to broader political-economic processes, including land restructuring and financialisation. It offers an unparalleled comparative perspective on two of the world's most important manufacturing hubs. The Contradictions of Market Socialism provides valuable insights into these complex processes, making it an essential read for those interested in understanding the intricacies of global economic changes.