The puzzle of modern economics : science or ideology? / Roger E. Backhouse.

Author/creator Backhouse, Roger, 1951-
Format Book
Publication InfoCambridge [England] ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2010.
Descriptionviii, 205 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Subjects

Contents Introduction -- Creating new markets -- Creating a market economy -- Globalization and welfare -- Money and finance -- Creating a 'scientific' economics --The quest for rigorous macroeconomics -- Science and ideology -- Heterodoxy and dissent -- Economic science and economic myth.
Abstract "This book cuts through the confusion and controversy about whether modern economics has succeeded or failed"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 191-197) and index.
LCCN 2010014788
ISBN9780521825542 (hbk.)
ISBN0521825547 (hbk.)
ISBN9780521532617 (pbk.)
ISBN0521532612 (pbk.)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks HB87 .B235 2010 ✔ Available Place Hold