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Beyond the Invisible Hand: Groundwork for a New Economics
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Beyond the Invisible Hand: Groundwork for a New Economics
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Beyond the Invisible Hand: Groundwork for a New Economics

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.02082011-34-1
Object Type Book
Author (Indian, 1952)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium paper, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall H 1 in x W 6 5/8 in x D 9 1/2 in (2.5 cm x 16.8 cm x 24.1 cm )

Physical DescriptionHardcover book with a dark blue cover that is printed with title and author's name in orange.
Historical NoteThe gifter, Kaushik Basu, was the Chief Economic Adviser in the Indian Ministry of Finance. He met the President and First Lady at a dinner hosted by the Prime Minister of India on November 7, 2010 during the Obamas' visit to India and sent this book by mail in 2011.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Executive Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library. Additional Details
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Obama Presidential Library. The Obama Presidential Library does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
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