A History of Economic Theory and Method (Fourth Edition) Series of Translations of Economic Science

Author: [USA] Robert B. Ekelund?
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Publish Date: 2001-08-01
Features: This is a textbook on the history of economic theory and economic methodology. The book comprehensively examines the origins, characteristics, and key figures of various economic theories from ancient times to the present, briefly introduces various economic analytical methods, and reflects the coherence of economic analysis. The "Power of Ideas" section connects the discussed perspectives with contemporary economic thought and practice, while the "Methodological Debates" section showcases the charisma of influential figures in the history of economics. The book covers a wide range of topics, combines historical analysis with theoretical discussion, emphasizes both tracking theories and tracing methodologies, and provides extensive and detailed materials on the history of economic thought. The book comprehensively examines the origins, characteristics, and key figures of various economic theories from ancient times to the present, briefly introduces various economic analytical methods, and reflects the coherence of economic analysis. The "Power of Ideas" section connects the discussed perspectives with contemporary economic thought and practice, while the "Methodological Debates" section showcases the charisma of influential figures in the history of economics. The book covers a wide range of topics, combines historical analysis with theoretical discussion, emphasizes both tracking theories and tracing methodologies, and provides extensive and detailed materials on the history of economic thought.