A Little History of Economics
About this product
An accessible account of the history of economics through the ideas of great thinkers
Economics explains the world. For example, the fact that you’re holding this book in your hands puts you in a special position. To many people around the globe, spending money on a book and being able to read it would seem as likely as a trip to the moon. But why can some countries afford the buildings, books and teachers they need to educate their children – and others can’t? The word ‘economics’ might sound a bit dry, but it’s really about getting to the bottom of questions like these.
This is a lively, bestselling account of the history of economics, told through events from ancient to modern times and through the ideas of great thinkers in the field. From Adam Smith to Karl Marx and the invention of money to the Great Depression, this Little History illuminates the economic forces that shape our world.
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Editor's Take
Readers on Goodreads generally describe A Little History of Economics as clear, accessible, and beginner-friendly, with several reviews praising its lively overview of economic ideas and thinkers. Some readers highlight that it works well as a quick introduction for people with little prior economics background, while a few compare its style to an engaging survey rather than a deep academic treatment.
- Goodreads reviewers often call it a “quick, enjoyable” read and recommend it to anyone interested in economics.
- LSE Review of Books and other review sites describe it as a concise, readable history that uses anecdotes and examples effectively.
- Some readers note that it covers a lot of ground in a short space, which makes it broad and approachable rather than exhaustive.
A YouTube search surfaced real videos about the book, including an author discussion and a short review format, so the product appears to have at least some genuine video coverage.
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Specifications
| Publisher | Yale University Press |
| Publication date | May 13, 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 256 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0300283245 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0300283242 |
| Item Weight | 9.6 ounces |
| Dimensions | 5.17 x 0.79 x 7.83 inches |
| Best Sellers Rank | #112,796 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #7 in Comparative Economics (Books) #103 in Economic History (Books) #3,258 in History (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (840) |
