Social Problem Economics (13th Edition) (13th Edition)

Author: Sharp
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Publish Date: 2000-09-01
Features: This is the thirteenth edition of an introductory textbook on economics, widely popular in Western countries, especially in American universities. The book has remained influential for nearly three decades and has been consistently well-received because the author has consistently adhered to two key objectives: (1) sparking students' interest in the study of economics; (2) providing a fundamental analytical framework for understanding social issues. The book first introduces and discusses important aspects of contemporary social problems, then presents economic methods closely related to these issues that can help people solve them. A standout feature is the use of economics' incisive theories to analyze major real-world problems. The book has remained influential for nearly three decades and has been consistently well-received because the author has consistently adhered to two key objectives: (1) sparking students' interest in economics; (2) providing a fundamental analytical framework for understanding social issues. The book first introduces and discusses important aspects of contemporary social problems, then presents economic methods closely related to these issues that can help people solve them. The book is carefully structured to discuss the issues in logical order, introducing basic economic concepts and reinforcing understanding through their repeated application. In summary, a standout feature of the book is: the use of economics' incisive theories to analyze major real-world problems.