A Little History of Economics
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| Rating | : | 4.63 (550 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B06WVMGRHJ |
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| Number of Pages | : | 144 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-08-23 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
A lively, inviting account of the history of economics, told through events from ancient to modern times and the ideas of great thinkers in the field. This clear, accessible, and even humorous book is ideal for young listeners new to economics and to all listeners who seek a better understanding of the full sweep of economic history and ideas. The result is a uniquely enjoyable volume that succeeds in illuminating the economic ideas and forces that shape our world.. What causes poverty? Are economic crises inevitable under capitalism? Is government intervention in an economy a helpful approach or a disastrous idea? The answers to such basic economic questions matter to everyone, yet the unfamiliar jargon and math of economics can seem daunting. Economic historian Niall Kishtainy organizes short, chronological chapters that center on big ideas and events. He recounts the contributions of key thinkers including Adam Smith, Ricardo, Marx, Keynes, and others, while examining topics ranging from the invention of money and the rise of agrarianism to the Great Depression, entrepreneurship, environmental destruction, inequality, and be
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