The economics book.

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Bibliographic Details
Edition:First American edition.
Imprint:New York, New York : DK Publishing, 2012.
Description:1 online resource (1 volume) : illustrations
Language:English
Series:Big ideas simply explained
Big ideas simply explained.
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Format: E-Resource Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/13650187
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Other authors / contributors:DK Publishing, Inc., publisher.
ISBN:9780756698270
9781465438409
1465438408
9781465407771
1465407774
9781465438393
1465438394
Notes:Description based on print version record.
Summary:From Aristotle and Thomas Aquinas, to Adam Smith and John Maynard Keynes, to the top economic thought leaders of today, The Economics Book is the essential reference for students and anyone else with an interest in how economies work. Easy-to-follow graphics, succinct quotations, and thoroughly accessible text throw light on the applications of economics, making them relatable through everyday examples and concerns. Employing DK's trademark visual approach, The Economics Book takes a frequently confusing subject and makes sense of it, clearly highlighting both historically important and emerging ideas in this critical field of science.
Other form:Print version: Economics book. 1st American ed. New York : DK Pub., 2012 9780756698270
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Summary:Learn about trade and global economic crises in The Economics Book. <br> <br> Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Economics in this overview guide to the subject, great for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Economics Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in. <br> <br> This captivating book will broaden your understanding of Economics, with:<br> <br> - More than 100 of the greatest ideas in economics<br> - Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts<br> - A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout<br> - Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understanding<br> <br> The Economics Book is a captivating introduction to historically important and emerging<br> ideas in a field of science that often confuses newcomers, aimed at adults with an interest in the subject and students wanting to gain more of an overview. Here you'll discover more than 100 of the greatest ideas, from the earliest experiences of trade to global economic crises, through exciting text and bold graphics.<br> <br> Your Economics Questions, Simply Explained <br> <br> This fresh new guide examines everything from the current financial climate of markets in turmoil and whole economies in melt-down. If you thought it was difficult to learn about this field of science, The Economics Book presents key information in a clear layout. From the earliest development of private property to the cutting-edge modern game theory, learn about centuries of economic thought, making clear even the most complex of concepts.<br> <br> The Big Ideas Series <br> <br> With millions of copies sold worldwide, The Economics Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand.
Physical Description:1 online resource (1 volume) : illustrations
ISBN:9780756698270
9781465438409
1465438408
9781465407771
1465407774
9781465438393
1465438394