The Shortest History of Economics

Andrew Leigh

'The Shortest History of Economics' unearths the hidden economic forces behind war, innovation and social transformation, tracing how capitalism and the market system emerged. From the emergence of agriculture to the war in Ukraine, Andrew Leigh weaves a fascinating narrative punctuated by expert insights into major moments in human history - why the invention of the plough led to gender inequality, how certain diseases determined the patterns of colonialism, and even how New York's robber barons inspired the board game Monopoly.

Author(s): Leigh, Andrew
Binding: Paperback
Date of Publication: 14/01/2025
Pagination: 228 pages
Series: N/A
Imprint: Old Street Publishing
Published By: Old Street Publishing
Book Classification: Social & cultural history|Industrialisation & industrial history|Economic history
Dimensions: 198x129x21
Weight: 220
ISBN13\EAN\SKU: 9781913083755