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From the workings of financial markets to our response to the ecological crisis, economic theory shapes the world. But where do these ideas come from?
Ricardo’s Dream tells the fascinating story of David Ricardo, Adam Smith’s only real rival as the ‘founder of economics’. The wealthiest stock trader of his day, Ricardo introduced the study of abstract models to economics. He also developed the theory of trade that underpinned globalization and hides, behind its mathematical facade, a history of power, empire, and slavery.
Brimming with fresh ideas and stories, Ricardo’s Dream shows how too many economists, from Ricardo’s day to our own, have turned away from observing the real world and led us astray.
Publisher : Bristol University Press
Publication date : December 1, 2024
Edition : First Edition
Language : English
Print length : 352 pages
ISBN-10 : 1529225507
ISBN-13 : 978-1529225501
Item Weight : 13.1 ounces
Dimensions : 5.5 x 1 x 8.25 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #605,980 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #352 in International Economics (Books) #799 in Economic Conditions (Books) #841 in Economic History (Books)
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