Present Values: Essays on Economics and Aspects of Indian Society

This book explores the state of economics today, the influence of economists, the role of markets and game theory, the mathematicalization of mainstream economics, and India's recent political climate. It is engaging and lucidly written, appealing to scholars of economics, political science, development studies, South Asian studies, and the general reader.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 84 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive volume delves into the realm of economists, economics, and the pressing issues that resonate within Indian society. It encompasses a diverse range of essays, some offering expository insights, while others adopt a satirical tone. Collectively, these pieces provide a critical commentary on the current state of economics as a discipline and shed light on various aspects of contemporary India's society and polity.

The volume offers valuable insights into a multitude of topics, including:

- The profound impact of economists like Kenneth Arrow and Anthony Atkinson, as well as thinkers such as Tom Paine, Jonathan Swift, and Dadabhai Naoroji, on the field of economics.
- The significance of markets and game theory, even in the context of crime fiction, in modern economics.
- The tendency towards the affectations and intricate mathematization of a significant portion of 'mainstream economics.'
- The examination of India's recent political climate, encompassing the actions and decisions of the legislature, executive, and judiciary.

Written in an engaging and lucid style, this volume appeals to scholars of economics, political science, development studies, South Asian studies, and, above all, the general reader. Its multidisciplinary approach ensures that it offers a comprehensive understanding of the complex interplay between economics, society, and politics in India.

Weight: 167g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367505516