The historical data presented in the 'History's Hockey Stick' graph (Figure 1.1) is the result of extensive research. The foundational work was conducted by Angus Maddison, who compiled scarce data to enable comparisons of living standards over more than a millennium. The graph also incorporates more recent estimates from other economic historians, reflecting ongoing scholarship in the field.

Data Sources for the History's Hockey Stick Graph

Economic historian Angus Maddison dedicated his professional life to locating and gathering the scarce data necessary for making meaningful comparisons of human living standards over more than a thousand years. His foundational work enabled the creation of long-term economic visualizations, such as the 'History's Hockey Stick' graph.

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