The "Institutional Revolution: Measurement and the Economic Emergence of the Modern World" by Douglas W. Allen is a groundbreaking study that delves into the economic history of Europe, particularly focusing on the Stuart Era in Great Britain. Published by University of Chicago Press in 2012, this hardcover book offers a comprehensive analysis of the institutional changes that shaped the modern economy. With a blend of business, economic, historical, and political perspectives, this 288-page volume explores the intricate web of socioeconomic and political developments that marked the transformation of Western societies during this period. Illustrated and written in English, this book is a must-read for those interested in the origins of the contemporary global economic system.