Writing for Lawyers: Macroeconomics

Author: Zhang Yi
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: This book is part of the Popular Readings in Economics and Law series, aiming to help legal professionals understand and master basic economic knowledge, while giving economists a preliminary introduction to law. The book is written in an accessible and well-structured manner, making it easy to read. Over the past two decades, I have dedicated myself to observing the interplay between economics and law, constantly witnessing the benefits and drawbacks of economics in shaping legal thought. I have always aspired to use my limited knowledge to enlighten students, yet I was often burdened by teaching responsibilities. However, recently I was able to take a break, and it so happened that my coincided with the ideas of Director Zhang Bo and Editor Zhao Hao of the Comprehensive Legal Publishing Center at the Legal Press. At their request, I edited the Essential Economics for Legal Professionals, which can be seen as another way of teaching and nurturing talent.
This book is part of the Popular Readings in Economics and Law series, aiming to help legal professionals understand and master basic economic knowledge, while giving economists a preliminary introduction to law. The renowned American economist Paul Samuelson once said, "An elementary textbook will not educate anyone into becoming an expert, but a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." Samuelson also noted, "Economics is a dynamic and evolving discipline, and in every era, it must address emerging complexities and confront current challenges in public policy." Law is the rule that elevates public policy to its highest stage. Legislative, judicial, and legal theory research must not be detached from the realities of the economic field. If they are, we will inevitably become stumbling blocks to societal progress. The famous Soviet legal scholar Laptev once said, "The future of economic law depends on the collaboration between future legal and economic scholars." As our country strives toward the goal of modernization, professionals in the legal and economic fields, as well as students just beginning to explore the realms of law and economics, should embrace both disciplines. A composite knowledge structure can lead to multiple solutions, and the secret lies within.
The Macro Economics for Legal Professionals was outlined and organized by myself, with multiple collective discussions held before the final compilation. The contributors are faculty members and outstanding graduate students from Hainan University. The specific (in order of chapters) is as follows: Zhang Yi (Chapter 1); Zhang Xubao (Chapter 2); Wang Lina and Cai Siwei (Chapter 3); Liu Yunliang (Chapter 4); Li Fang (Chapter 5); Wu Yi (Chapter 6 and 11); Meng Rongxiong and Lian Changsong (Chapter 7); Wang Xiuhui (Chapter 8); Zhang Lina (Chapter 9); and Chen Aoxiang (Chapter 10). This book is suitable for law students in colleges and universities and legal professionals seeking to expand their knowledge and self-study. Any shortcomings are welcome to be pointed out by the readers.