Modern Western Economic Schools (Series of Textbooks for Economics Majors in 21st Century Universities)

Author: Zhang Shiqing & Geng Zuotou
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Publish Date: 2003-12-07
Features: Modern Western economics gradually emerged and developed since the 1930s with the rise of Keynesianism, alongside the economic development and policy needs of Western developed countries. Various economic schools of thought emerged, forming distinct economic schools. Understanding the background of the formation of different schools of economic thought, distinguishing the theoretical views and policy proposals of various schools, is beneficial for readers who have a foundation in microeconomic and macroeconomic theories of Western economics. It deepens the understanding of the connotations of Western economic theories and allows for a profound appreciation of the vitality of economic theories, which stems from their dependence on economic realities and policy practices, as well as the diverse debates among various schools of thought. This book follows the main schools of modern Western economics as a, systematically reviewing various of Western economics from the 1930s to the 1990s. It can serve as a textbook and reference for Western economics courses in higher education institutions. During the writing process, the author referred to many domestic and international works and incorporated many valuable viewpoints and analyses. At the same time, assistance was received from comrades such as Cheng Jinrong, Dong Xuchao, Liang Zhixin, Chen Junhua, Yu Xin, and Nie Xiuxin. Here, heartfelt thanks are expressed to all of them.