Heilbroner, Robert L.
The Worldly Philosophers: The Lives, Times, and Ideas of the Great Economic Thinkers (Penguin Business Library)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780140290066
- author:
- Heilbroner, Robert L.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2000
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Economic theory & philosophy
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Worldly Philosophers: The Lives, Times, and Ideas of the Great Economic Thinkers This influential book explores the lives and ideas of the world's greatest economic thinkers, from Adam Smith to John Maynard Keynes. Heilbroner's insightful analysis reveals the common thread linking these thinkers and sheds light on the philosophies that shaped their work. By understanding the history of economics, we gain a deeper understanding of our own times. This seventh edition of The Worldly Philosophers not only provides a valuable illumination of the past but also serves as a call to action for the future. Heilbroner's bold new chapter challenges the notion of economics as a purely scientific discipline, highlighting the need to consider fundamental social and political issues. With over two million copies sold worldwide, this book has become a staple of economics literature. Its enduring popularity is a testament to its relevance and importance.
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