Economics & Money
The Shortest History of Economics
Andrew Leigh
A concise journey through the history of economics, exploring how economic forces have shaped world history, from prehistoric times to the modern era. Discover the key ideas and figures that have shaped our understanding of markets, trade, and prosperity, and how economic principles can illuminate the past, present, and future.
The Technology Trap
Carl Benedikt Frey
A thought-provoking exploration of how technological advancements have historically impacted labor and society, and what lessons we can learn from the past as we navigate the age of automation. It delves into the complex relationship between capital, labor, and power, offering insights into the potential pitfalls and opportunities that lie ahead.
This Changes Everything
Naomi Klein
Naomi Klein argues that climate change isn't just an environmental issue, but a civilizational wake-up call that demands a new economic model and a new way of sharing the planet. She explores how market fundamentalism has sabotaged our collective response to climate change and proposes radical changes on the social, political, economic, and cultural sides to shift power away from corporations and toward communities.
Who Gets What—And Why
Alvin E. Roth
A fascinating exploration of market design, revealing how the principles of economics can be applied to improve matching processes in various aspects of life, from college admissions to kidney transplants, and shedding light on the hidden rules that govern our marketplaces.
Doughnut Economics
Kate Raworth
A radical rethinking of economics for the 21st century, challenging outdated theories and proposing a new economic model centered on meeting the needs of all within the means of the planet. Discover the seven critical ways mainstream economics has led us astray and explore a roadmap for creating a sustainable and equitable future.
Freakonomics
Steven D. Levitt
An unconventional exploration of the hidden side of everything. By applying economic principles to everyday riddles, this book challenges conventional wisdom and uncovers surprising truths about human behavior, incentives, and the world around us.
Why Nations Fail
Daron Acemoglu
Why are some nations rich and others poor? This book argues that the answer lies in the inclusive or extractive nature of a nation's political and economic institutions. Delve into a sweeping historical analysis to understand how institutions shape a country's fate, and why some nations fail while others prosper.
How Economics Explains the World
Andrew Leigh
Delve into the fascinating narrative of human history through the lens of economics. This book explores how fundamental economic principles like incentives, specialization, and trade have shaped societies, driven technological advancements, and influenced major global events from the agricultural revolution to modern challenges like climate change. Andrew Leigh makes complex economic ideas accessible, demonstrating how they provide profound insights into why the world is the way it is, without requiring any prior knowledge of the subject.