Discover 'Economics for the Common Good,' a transformative work by Nobel Prize-winning economist Jean Tirole. This groundbreaking book is a compelling manifesto that explores the crucial role of economics in shaping a fair and equitable society. With insights derived from Tirole's profound expertise, it addresses pressing issues such as global warming, unemployment, and the consequences of the 2008 financial crisis. Perfect for students, scholars, and anyone passionate about understanding how economics can foster positive social change, this title has been recognized as one of the best books of the year by Bloomberg and Financial Times. Whether you're looking to deepen your economic knowledge or gain fresh perspectives on societal challenges, Tirole’s work seamlessly bridges theory and practice. The trade paperback format is ideal for both reading and referencing. Dive into this essential guide that promises to enrich your comprehension of economics' impact on our world. Order today to explore how economics can work for the common good. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780691192253. Year: 2019. Publisher: Princeton University Press.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled..

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691192253
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2019
Publisher: Princeton University Press


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Jean Tirole, Winner of the 2014 Nobel Prize in Economics
Selected for Bloomberg View's "Must-Reads of 2017: Monopolies, Sexism and Economics
One of Financial Times (FT.com) Best Books of 2017: Economics
Longlisted for the 2017 Financial Times and McKinsey Business Book of the Year Award
One of Bloomberg's Best Books of 2017
One of Choice Reviews' Outstanding Academic Titles of 2018
One of Project Syndicate's Best Reads in 2017 (chosen by J. Bradford DeLong)
Winner of the 2018 George S. Eccles Prize for Excellence in Economic Writing, Columbia Business School
One of the Microsoft Best Business Books of 2017
One of the Times Higher Education Books of the Year 2017, chosen by Sir Anton Muscatelli

From the Nobel Prize-winning economist, a bold new agenda for the role of economics in society

When Jean Tirole won the Nobel Prize in Economics, he suddenly found himself being stopped in the street by strangers and asked to comment on current events far from his own research. His transformation from academic economist to public intellectual prompted him to reflect more deeply on the role economists and their discipline play in society. The result is Economics for the Common Good, a passionate manifesto for a world in which economics can help us improve the shared lot of societies and humanity as a whole. To show how, Tirole shares his insights on a broad range of questions affecting our everyday lives and the future of our society, including global warming, unemployment, the post-2008 global financial order, the