Economics for Lovers of Literature

Through a literary lens, this book provides an engaging introduction to economics, covering key concepts and topics such as supply and demand, pricing, labor markets, externalities, game theory, environmental and behavioral economics, fiscal policy, and business cycles. Interweaving literary examples with easy-to-follow explanations and reflective tasks, it takes an interdisciplinary approach to economics and literature, requiring no prior knowledge in either field. It will be valuable for students, business studies modules, and the general reader interested in building their knowledge of economics.

Format: Hardback
Length: 95 pages
Publication date: 30 May 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This captivating book offers an engaging introduction to economics through a literary lens, drawing on a diverse range of writers such as James Joyce, George Eliot, Edith Wharton, Jane Austen, Charlotte Bronte, and Elizabeth Gaskell. Each chapter is framed around a quote from a classic text of English literature, serving as a guiding thread to explore a key economic concept and its broader relevance. While the content is rigorous and aimed at providing a comprehensive overview of contemporary economics, it is virtually free from technical language, making it accessible to a wide audience.

The book covers a wide range of topics, including supply and demand, pricing, labor markets, externalities, game theory, environmental and behavioral economics, fiscal policy, and business cycles. It employs an interdisciplinary approach, combining literary examples with clear explanations and thought-provoking reflective tasks. This approach allows students, regardless of their prior knowledge in economics or literature, to gain insights into patterns of real-world behavior observed by novelists and economists alike.

The book is concise and accessible, making it an invaluable resource for students embarking on introductory economics courses, economics modules in business studies, and interdisciplinary courses more broadly. It also appeals to the general reader who is interested in building their knowledge of economics. By intertwining literary insights with economic principles, this book offers a fresh and insightful perspective on the subject, fostering a deeper understanding of economic concepts and their real-world applications.

Weight: 322g
Dimension: 162 x 241 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031264856
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023