Macroeconomics Books, bestsellers and new releases

Book SynopsisEdible Economics brings the sort of creative fusion that spices up a great kitchen to the often too-disciplined subject of economics For decades, a single, free-market philosophy has dominated global economics. But this intellectual monoculture is bland and unhealthy. Bestselling author and economist Ha-Joon Chang makes challenging economic ideas delicious by plating them alongside stories about food from around the world, using the diverse histories behind familiar food items to explore economic theory. For Chang, chocolate is a lifelong addiction, but more exciting are the insights it offers into postindustrial knowledge economies; and while okra makes Southern gumbo heart-meltingly smooth, it also speaks of capitalism’s entangled relationship with freedom. Myth-busting, witty, and thought-provoking, Edible Economics serves up a feast of bold ideas about globalization, climate change, immigration, austerity, automation, and why carrots need not be orange. It shows that getting to grips with the economy is like learning a recipe: when we understand it, we can adapt and improve it—and better understand our world.

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£25.20

Trine Day The Money Mafia: A World in Crisis

Book SynopsisExposing perceived fault lines in our banking and financial systems and explaining how unemployment could be cut in half in two years and worldwide prosperity restored, this book argues the existence of exotic energy sources to replace fossil fuels and consequently recommends an immediate end to fracking and offshore drilling for oil. It further urges an immediate worldwide mobilization to replace the energy source in every car, truck, tractor, ship, airplane, and house on Earth in seven years in a desperate effort to save the planet from further overheating. The book blasts government secrecy, and more than 65 years of supposed lies and disinformation, and demands full disclosure of what they know about visitors from other realms and their technology and the extent of their collaboration, including any treaties that may have been signed by them. With more than 65 years of participation in and observation of political and economic systems—beginning with the Great Depression, extending through World War II, the postwar era of hope for a better life, the Cold War, the subjugation of democracy by oligarchy, and the subtle but continuous militarization of America—Paul T. Hellyer analyzes what he believes has gone wrong with the world and its economy and suggests radical measures to introduce a universal culture of peace and cooperation.

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Paths International Ltd China's Economy Amid New Challenges: Exploration

7 in stock

Book SynopsisThis book is a collection of some recent of the best articles by China Economist and it represents top Chinese economists major research outcomes and opinions on economic matters, status and trends from various perspectives. Some work with China’s highest academic research institutes and policy consultation agencies, while others work with related agencies and universities. Hence, this book largely reflects the key concerns and efforts of economic research institutes, policy advisory agencies, regulatory policy research departments and universities on China’s economy.From the launching of reform and opening-up in 1978 to the dawn of the 21st century, China has been transformed from a self-enclosed, planned economy to a market-based one, and the country has integrated itself into the international community. China wishes to look beyond its border and engage in equal-footed dialogue with its partners and competitors. With China’s rapid emergence and great achievements, other countries increasingly want to learn more about this “mysterious oriental country” and the miraculous changes taking place here. However, we have also found that abroad, the public, high-ranking officials and even media and academia may not have a clear picture of China. Chinese scholars views on their country and beyond are not well understood by foreign scholars, not to mention people in the street, and overseas officials and scholars do not appreciate China’s realities. Legitimate claims and well intentioned expressions from China are often misunderstood or distorted by the media, and it seems that the world is unprepared for a changing China. China needs to know itself and the outside world, and the world needs to have a closer look at China as well. Research on the China phenomenon and its implications has become topical around the world. Hence, developing diversified channels and platforms of communication is necessary both in China and the outside world.In this book, which includes dozens of articles written by Chinese economists and researchers, authors wish to tell the world a truth: Although China has become the world’s second largest economy, its GDP per capita is very low. China remains a developing country, and development is its top priority and the basis for all welfare programs. The rights of development are basic human rights upon which China cannot waiver. Development is the best gift China has to offer to the world. Meanwhile, Chinese scholars should also recognize that China must deepen reform and expand opening-up, balance efficiency with fair income distribution, use resources in more efficient, refined and clean ways, and challenge its enterprises to assume more social responsibilities. Only in this way can China complete its historic transition from a developing country to a mature, modernized country.Table of Contents Part One: Macro economy Chapter 1 “Middle-Income Trap” and “High-Income Wall” : Challenges and Opportunities to China, by Liu Shijin et al Chapter 2 Don’t Overlook GDP and Investment: An Analysis of China’s Current Economic Trend, by Liu Shucheng Chapter 3 How Long Can China’s Economy Keep Growing? By Zhang Jun Chapter 4 How China Can Avoid the “Middle-Income Trap”,by Ma Xiaohe Part Two: Institution & Mechanism Chapter 5 The Contribution of Marketization to China’s Economic Growth, by Fan Gang et al Chapter 6 China’s Marketization since WTO Accession, by Li Xiaoxi Chapter 7 Shifting to a Market-Based Wage-Setting Mechanism for Low-Skilled Labor: Macro economic Effects, by Yang Ruilong et a Chapter 8 Regulation or Property Rights: The Effect of China’s Coal Mine Shutdown Policy on Work Safety, by Bai Chong’en et al Chapter 9 A Modeling Analysis of Local Governments Competing in Offering Subsidies to Attract Investment: the Cause of Industrial Overcapacity, by Jiang Feitao et al Part Three: Government Policy Chapter 10 China’s Sovereign Balance Sheet and Its Risk Assessment, by Li Yang et al Chapter 11 China’s Monetary Policy Instruments (2001-2010): Paradox, Analysis and Suggestions, by Wang Guogang Chapter 12 China’s Regional Policy Scenarios for 2011-2015 Period, by Wei Houkai et al Chapter 13 Developing Secondary Industry to Drive China’s Future Growth, by Jin Bei Chapter 14 Domestic Demand-based Economic Globalization: Strategic Choice for China to Profit from the Second Wave of Globalization, by Liu Zhibiao Part Four: Industrial Development Chapter 15 China’s Industries in the Beginning of Its 12th Five-Year Plan Period, by Jin Bei Chapter 16 Relying on Secondary Industry to Drive National Policy and Reinvigorate China’s Economy, by Huang Qunhui Chapter 17 Recalculating the Significance of Secondary and Tertiary Industries for Industrial Restructuring: Truth and Myth, by Li Gang et al Chapter 18 Technology Gaps, Resource Allocation and Economic Growth of Large Late starting Countries, by Ouyang Yao et al

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7 in stock

£134.79

JCB Mohr (Paul Siebeck) Die Ökonomen im Elfenbeinturm: Eine

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Book SynopsisVerfolgt die Politik gegenwärtig die falschen Rezepte zur Überwindung der Finanzkrise und Stabilisierung des Euro? Thomas Mayer empfiehlt in seiner Hayek-Vorlesung 2012 weniger Konstruktivismus in der Wirtschaftspolitik, einen besseren Ordnungsrahmen für das Spiel der Marktkräfte, die Verbindung von Souveränität und Haftung bei den Staatsfinanzen der EWU-Länder und (in der EWU und anderswo) entpolitisiertes Geld. Er erläutert, wie die Einsichten der österreichischen Schule in die Verbindungen zwischen Realwirtschaft und Finanzsektor in der Vergangenheit von der Politik und dem akademischen Mainstream weitgehend ignoriert wurden, zum Schaden für unser Gemeinwesen. Daraus scheint man auch heute nichts gelernt zu haben. Der Trend geht zu noch mehr Konstruktivismus, mehr Staat, der Vergemeinschaftung der finanziellen Haftung in der EWU und zur Politisierung des Geldes.

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2 in stock

£35.89

JCB Mohr (Paul Siebeck) Mit Freiheit und Werten zu Wohlstand: Zwölf

1 in stock

Book SynopsisWarum braucht nicht nur der Staat die Marktwirtschaft, sondern die Marktwirtschaft auch den Staat? Warum bewirken Gesetze häufig anderes, als der Gesetzgeber erwartet? Wie entsteht Wohlstand? Kaspar Villiger verdichtet seine Erfahrungen aus 46 Jahren Berufsleben als Unternehmer, Verwaltungsrat global tätiger Konzerne, Verteidigungs- und Finanzminister sowie Schweizer Bundespräsident in zwölf Thesen und sucht Antworten auf diese und andere Fragen. Er fragt, warum sich die Wirtschaft auch von ethischen Kriterien leiten lassen soll und wie der Föderalismus strukturiert sein muss, damit auch die Gliedstaaten Selbstverantwortung wahrnehmen. Und er analysiert, warum Demokratien Selbstbindungen brauchen, um nicht im Schuldensumpf zu versinken. Dabei untermauert Villiger seine erfahrungsbasierten Einsichten mit Erkenntnissen der modernen Ökonomik. Seine Überlegungen sind ein leidenschaftliches Plädoyer für eine freiheitliche Gesellschaftsordnung.

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£35.93