Economyths: How the Science of Complex Systems is Transforming Economic Thought

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Economyths: How the Science of Complex Systems is Transforming Economic Thought
Authors and Contributors      By (author) David Orrell
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:320
Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 129
Category/GenreEconomics
ISBN/Barcode 9781848312197
ClassificationsDewey:330
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Icon Books
Imprint Icon Books
Publication Date 1 March 2012
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Economics has for decades claimed that the economy is a rational, stable, efficient machine, governed by well-understood laws. Mathematician David Orrell traces the history of this idea from ancient Greece to the financial centres of London and New York, showing exactly how it is mistaken - and then brilliantly illustrates how new ideas in mathematics, psychology, and environmentalism are helping to reinvent economics for the 21st century.

Author Biography

David Orrell is an applied mathematician and popular science writer. He is also the author of Introducing Economics - A Graphic Guide (Icon, 2011)

Reviews

'Without doubt the best book I've read this year, and probably one of the most important books I've ever read - a real game changer of a book. Read it.' www.popularscience.co.uk