Deirdre N. McCloskey

Donald N. McCloskey

The Applied Theory of Price

Arjo Klamer

Robert M. Solow

The papers in this volume are drawn from a recent conference at Wellesley College for both theoretical and applied economists, which explored the consequences of rhetoric and conversation within the field of economics.

The Consequences of Economic Rhetoric

Argues that economics is a science, but a human science: a witty guide to the ins and outs of economic philosophy.

Knowledge and Persuasion in Economics

Distinguished Professor of Economics History English and Communication Deirdre N McCloskey

In this witty, accessible, and revealing book, Deirdre McCloskey demystifies economic theory and practice to show that behind the economists claim to certainty is the ancient art of storytelling. If You're So Smart will engage, enlighten, and empower anyone trying to evaluate the experts who stand ready to engineer our lives. "Writing with delicious wit and great seriousness."—Publishers Weekly. " "McCloskey is more interesting on an uninspired day than most of her peers can manage at their very best."—Peter Passell, New York Times

Donald N. McCloskey

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