Economics, Seventeenth Edition

Author: Paul A. Samuelson
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Features: This timeless masterpiece by Paul Samuelson, the towering figure of contemporary economics and the 1972 Nobel laureate in Economics, has been translated into over 40 languages since its publication in 1948. It has become the best-selling economics textbook in history, hailed as a "landmark," "model," "classic," and "evergreen." In the preface to this book, Samuelson writes with justified pride: "In fact, many distinguished economists have told us that they relied on this Economics throughout their doctoral studies." Over the past half-century, Samuelson's Economics has remained enduringly popular, and its remarkable and long-lasting appeal can be attributed to one simple principle: "Content is king." For 50 years, Economics has faced challenges and tests, yet no other book has been able to shake its position—because of this. Samuelson not only pioneered the framework and standards of modern economics but also, for half a century, tirelessly elevated the discipline, refining its fundamental principles to near perfection. Every economic school of thought is introduced clearly, and each is given impartial and balanced evaluation and comparison—this is Samuelson's exceptional strength, unmatched by anyone else. Style is ingrained, and it is impossible to imitate. Through this classic masterpiece, Samuelson fully demonstrates his vast knowledge, profound insights, and sharp arguments. "Grandeur" and "wisdom" are its defining traits, a transcendent atmosphere that no other economics book has ever possessed. In terms of exposition, its "concise language, clear, and concise diagrams" has always been a bold challenge and an exemplary pursuit for others to emulate.