The volume marks the 200th anniversary of Sparkasse Leipzig and examines two centuries of its history, transformation, and role in the economic and social development of Leipzig. Bringing together contributions from historians and economists, the volume provides perspectives on the history of the savings bank and its broader economic and urban context.
The book includes contributions by Prof. Dr. Markus A. Denzel, Prof. Dr. Günther Schulz, Prof. Dr. Boris Gehlen, Dr. Anselm Hartinger, Prof. Dr. Carsten Burhop, Prof. Dr. Ralf Banken, Dr. Thorsten Wehber, Britta Weschke, Dr. Enrico H. Ruge, Prof. Dr. Rudolf Hiller von Gaertringen, Dr. Gunnar Take, Dr. Helge-Heinz Heinker, Prof. Dr. Stephan Paul, Dr. Martin Schmitt und Wolfram Morales. It also features greetings from Saxony's Minister-President Michael Kretschmer, Leipzig's Mayor Burkhard Jung, and Sparkasse Leipzig CEO Dr. Harald Langenfeld.