The Economics of Defense (Cambridge Surveys of Economic Literature)

The Economics of Defense (Cambridge Surveys of Economic Literature)

by Todd Sandler (Author)

Synopsis

This compelling book provides an up-to-date survey of the field of defense economics, the study of defense and peace issues, with the application of economic analysis and methods. The subject embraces both microeconomics and macroeconomics, taking into account such features as growth theory, comparative statistics, game theory and econometrics. A wide range of topics are addressed, including all aspects of the economics of defense, disarmament, conversion and peace. The implications of different organizational forms and their performances are examined, considering the efficient management of defense resources budgets and internal markets in the armed forces. In this groundbreaking volume, Sandler and Hartley synthesize and unify the vast literature on defense economics and peace science.

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Format: Illustrated
Pages: 404
Edition: Illustrated
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 18 May 1995

ISBN 10: 0521447283
ISBN 13: 9780521447287

Media Reviews
'This is an excellent survey, extremely comprehensive and judicious, by two authors who clearly not merely know the literature but also understand the underlying issues.' Ron Smith, Birkbeck College, London
'This book establishes a new standard of excellence in the defense and peace economics field for breadth and depth of coverage and accessibility. An excellent balance has been struck between rigor and discussion. The book will appeal to a wide audience.' Charles Anderton, College of the Holy Cross