Economics and Methodology: Crossing Boundaries

Backhouse, R.; Hausman, D.; Mäki, U.; Salanti, A.

This volume brings economics and methodology closer together through a series of six methodological case studies, each of which is discussed by practitioners in the relevant field, and a specialist in methodology. The objective is a better understanding of economics as a scientific discipline and insights into the way methodological discussion can inform practice. Among the topics discussed are: game theory; externalities; free riding; involuntary unemployment; the debate over stabilization policy; and the theory of consumer demand.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 1997-12-10

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9780333775974

DOI: 10.1057/978-0-230-37227-6

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 488