North American economic integration : theory and practice This highly accessible book explains the theoretical historical and political background of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) its impact and the debates surrounding its existence. In addition the authors provide a brief introduction to the theory of economic integration as well as a succinct overview of the evolution of the global economy and the institutions that manage it in the post World War II period 1. NAFTA in the global context 2. International integration : theory and practice 3. The global economy after World War II 4. The United States after World War II 5. Canadas economic development and integration 6. Mexicos economic development 7. North American economic integration : trial by fire 8. NAFTA and beyond