The economics book /

What happens in a recession? How does money work? Why do we pay taxes? Economics affects every aspect of our lives, from how we get to work to where we spend our money, and big economic ideas continue to shape the world. Written in plain English, The Economics Book is packed with short, pithy explan...

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Other Authors: Kishtainy, Niall (Editor), Abbott, George (Economist) (Contributor), Farndon, John (Contributor), Kennedy, Frank (Economist) (Contributor), Meadway, James (Contributor), Wallace, Christopher (Economist) (Contributor), Weeks, Marcus (Contributor)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : DK Publishing, [2018]
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Summary:What happens in a recession? How does money work? Why do we pay taxes? Economics affects every aspect of our lives, from how we get to work to where we spend our money, and big economic ideas continue to shape the world. Written in plain English, The Economics Book is packed with short, pithy explanations that cut through the jargon, step-by-step diagrams that untangle knotty theories, classic quotes that economics memorable and witty illustrations that enhance and play with our understanding of economics. Whether you're a beginner, an avid student or an armchair expert, you'll find plenty to stimulate you within this book.
Item Description:Includes index.
Previously published as the First American edition in 2012.
"Big ideas simply explained"--Cover.
Physical Description:352 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm.
ISBN:9781465473912
1465473912