Author Todd Buchholz combines the theories of great economic thinkers such as Adam Smith, Keynes, and Marx with practical issues in a unique way, demonstrating the vitality of these ancient economic ideas in the contemporary world. The latest revision covers hot topics in contemporary economics, including climate change, free trade, the refugee crisis, and more. This book vividly describes the evolution of economic thought and is an excellent guide to interpreting the modern world. It does not require an economics background and is suitable for students, economics enthusiasts and general readers. The easy-to-understand narrative style allows you to better understand the key role of economics in contemporary society.
Reader comments
This book is really good! It explains economics in an easy-to-understand way, so that even an economics novice like me can easily understand it. The theories of economic thinkers mentioned in the book reminded me of many problems in real life, such as employment and consumption. Moreover, this book also covers some current hot topics, which makes me feel that economics is so relevant to life! I think this book is not only suitable for economics enthusiasts, but also for people like me who want to understand economics. Recommend!
Understanding of free economy and planned economy
A very well written book with rich content and profound thoughts, worth reading
This book is really good! It explains economics in an easy-to-understand way, so that even an economics novice like me can easily understand it. The theories of economic thinkers mentioned in the book reminded me of many problems in real life, such as employment and consumption. Moreover, this book also covers some current hot topics, which makes me feel that economics is so relevant to life! I think this book is not only suitable for economics enthusiasts, but also for people like me who want to understand economics. Recommend!
Understanding of free economy and planned economy
A very well written book with rich content and profound thoughts, worth reading