Economists and the Powerful: Convenient Theories, Distorted Facts, Ample Rewards (Anthem Other Canon Economics) - Softcover

Häring, Norbert; Douglas, Niall

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0857284592 ISBN 13: 9780857284594

Publisher: Anthem Press, 2012

Synopsis

“Economists and the Powerful: Convenient Theories, Distorted Facts, Ample Rewards” explores the workings of the modern global economy – an economy in which competition has been corrupted and power has a ubiquitous influence upon economic behavior. Based on empirical and theoretical studies by distinguished economists from both the past and present day, this book argues that the true workings of capitalism are very different from the popular myths voiced in mainstream economics. Offering a closer look at the history of economic doctrines – as well as how economists are incentivized – “Economists and the Powerful” exposes how, when and why the theme of power was erased from the radar screens of mainstream economic analysis – and the influence this subversive removal has had upon the modern financial world.

About this title

Book Description:

A novel account of the inner workings of our capitalist economy, in which competition is imperfect and influence of power is ubiquitous.

About the Author:

Norbert Häring is the co-founder and director of the World Economics Association, editor of the “World Economic Review,” and a correspondent for “Handelsblatt,” the leading German business newspaper.

Niall Douglas is the Social Networking Coordinator of the World Economics Association, operates an expert IT consultancy firm and serves on international engineering standards committees within the ISO and IEEE.

About this edition

• Publisher: Anthem Press
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 0857284592
• ISBN 13: 9780857284594
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 260