Economics

Economics

by Alec Chrystal (Author), Alec Chrystal (Author), Richard Lipsey (Author)

Synopsis

Fully updated, but maintaining its rigorous approach, the thirteenth edition of Economics guides students through the core principles of micro and macroeconomics, building firm foundations of understanding. Clear explanations ensure that students master each key concept before practical illustrations show how these ideas are applied in reality. Each topic is made easy to grasp through the use of plain and accessible language, without unnecessary over-simplifying. Varied learning features support and stretch students, allowing them to monitor their progress and test themselves with a range of question styles. Written to engage students with real world issues and current questions in economics, this book provides up-to-date coverage of the financial crisis and its many subsequent implications, which are vital to understanding the current economic climate. Case studies allow students to understand how economics works in practice, and to think critically for themselves. Economics challenges students to achieve their full potential as they engage with its in-depth analysis and applied material. It leaves students confident and competent, with a thorough knowledge of economics . The Online Resource Centre accompanying the book includes: For students: - Self-test questions - Additional chapters - Web links - Flashcard glossary - Authors' blog For lecturers: - PowerPoint slides - Test bank - Figures from the text

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 752
Edition: 13
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Published: 26 Mar 2015

ISBN 10: 0199676836
ISBN 13: 9780199676835

Media Reviews
'Lipsey and Chrystal's introductory text remains a hard act to beat. Newly revised and updated, it maintains its successful formula of marrying a wonderfully clear exposition of basic micro and macroeconomic analysis to engaging descriptions of case studies and contemporary problems that keep students' interest engaged.' - Professor Sir Charles Bean, London School of Economics
'This text book is a classic and must be available to all future generations of students.' * Dragos Radu, Teaching Fellow, UCL *
'The best-written introductory text that I am aware of, with well-informed discussion of the application of economics to current issues.' * Christopher Green, Deputy Director of Research, Loughborough University *
'Economics is clearly written and well structured, complemented by a good range of pedagogical features and interesting examples.' * Matthew Olczak, Lecturer, Aston Business School *
Author Bio
Richard Lipsey is Professor Emeritus of Economics at Simon Fraser University, Canada, former Professor at the London School of Economics, and founding Professor of the Economics department at the University of Essex Alec Chrystal is Professor Emeritus at Cass Business School, City University, London and an affiliated lecturer in the Faculty of Economics at Cambridge University.