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We are looking at the first generation in living memory who can expect to be poorer than their parents, even as the economy continues to grow. This is unprecedented. No generation in modern history has been poorer than its parents. And they could be quite a lot poorer. If we continue as we are go...

The leading thinker and most visible public advocate of modern monetary theory - the freshest and most important idea about economics in decades - delivers a radically different, bold, new understanding for how to build a just and prosperous society. Any ambitious proposal - ranging from fixing c...

Economics is broken. Its theories have created a world where millions of people live in extreme poverty, even as the personal wealth of the super-rich grows year on year. With human activity causing unprecedented degradation of the planet, climate change now poses an existential threat to everyon...

In this accessible and entertaining guide, readers can explore the key theories and ideas that famous thinkers have conceived to understand and improve the economy. From supply and demand to Keynesian economics, this essential guide will bring you up to speed on the core themes and theories of th...

What happens in a recession? How does money work? Why do we pay tax? Explaining the key milestones in the field of economics in a clear and simple way, 'The Economics Book' answers these questions and more besides, and is the perfect introduction to the subject.

Bring economics to life with this essential guide to more than 100 of the big ideas in economic theory and practice covering everything from ancient theories right up to cutting-edge modern developments.

Economics is all about how and why we make choices. This exciting book breaks down a fascinating subject that governs so much of our lives. Why are markets so important? How do we actually make decisions? Will robots take our jobs? Accessible and informative, this comprehensive introduction will ...

From the increasing popularity of electric cars to the investment pouring into renewable energy, and from the focus on sustainable farming to eliminating fast fashion, the climate and environmental crisis is rapidly changing the way many of our industries operate, with companies around the world ...

Discover everything you need to know about economics with this unique graphic guide. Combining clear, jargon-free language and bold, eye-catching graphics, 'How Economics Works' is a comprehensive and user-friendly guide to all aspects of economics. Covering everything from economic theories to i...

Capturing the essence of history's most influential economists in enjoyable and illuminating biographical sketches, this book shows how the great economic thinkers are still relevant today. We live in the economy - and we are part of it. Living through a pandemic, governments had to work out how ...