The Making of modern economics :
Skousen, Mark,
The Making of modern economics : the lives and ideas of the great thinkers / Mark Skousen. - Third edition. - 501 pages ; 24 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages 474-476) and index
"This book presents a bold, engaging and updated history of economics-- the dramatic story of how the great economic thinkers built today's rigorous social science. This comprehensive, yet accessible introduction to the major economic philosophers of the past 225 years begins with Adam Smith and continues through to the present day. The text examines the contributions made by each individual to our understanding of the role of the economist, the science of economics, and economic theory. Boxes in each chapter highlight little-known and entertaining facts about the economists' personal lives that had an influence on their work." --Provided by publisher.
Adult
Text in English
9780765647122 (hbk) 9780765645449 (pbk) 9781315718705 (ebk)
Economics --History.
Economics -- Philosophy.
Economists--Biography.
330.09 / .Sk628 2016
The Making of modern economics : the lives and ideas of the great thinkers / Mark Skousen. - Third edition. - 501 pages ; 24 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages 474-476) and index
"This book presents a bold, engaging and updated history of economics-- the dramatic story of how the great economic thinkers built today's rigorous social science. This comprehensive, yet accessible introduction to the major economic philosophers of the past 225 years begins with Adam Smith and continues through to the present day. The text examines the contributions made by each individual to our understanding of the role of the economist, the science of economics, and economic theory. Boxes in each chapter highlight little-known and entertaining facts about the economists' personal lives that had an influence on their work." --Provided by publisher.
Adult
Text in English
9780765647122 (hbk) 9780765645449 (pbk) 9781315718705 (ebk)
Economics --History.
Economics -- Philosophy.
Economists--Biography.
330.09 / .Sk628 2016