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The Economics Anti-Textbook "A Guide To Critical Thinking"

A Guide To Critical Thinking

The Economics Anti-Textbook "A Guide To Critical Thinking". A Guide To Critical Thinking

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  • ISBN:9781842779392
  • Editorial: Zed Books Ltd
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  • Nº Pág.:198
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Mainstream textbooks present economics as an objective science free from value judgements; that settles disputes relatively easily by testing hypotheses; that applies a settled body of principles; and contains policy prescriptions supported by a consensus of professional opinion. The Anti-Textbook argues that this is a myth - one which is not only dangerously misleading but also bland and boring. It challenges the mainstream textbooks' assumptions, arguments, models and evidence. It puts the controversy and excitement back into economics to reveal a fascinating and a vibrant field of study - one which is more an 'art of persuasion' than it is a science. The Anti-Textbook's chapters parallel the major topics in the typical text. They begin with a boiled-down account of them before presenting an analysis and critique. Drawing on the work of leading economists, the Anti-Textbook lays bare the blind spots in the texts and their sins of omission and commission. It shows where hidden value judgements are made and when contrary evidence is ignored. It shows the claims made without any evidence and the alternative theories that aren't mentioned. It shows the importance of power, social context, and legal framework. "The Economics Anti-Textbook" is the students' guide to decoding the textbooks and shows how real economics is much more interesting than they let on.

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