
Essentials of Economics
Pearson Education Limited (Publisher)
8th Edition
Published on 20. December 2018
Book
Paperback/Softback
552 pages
978-1-292-23959-0 (ISBN)
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Description
Learn today's fundamental principles of Economics from theory to action with this market-leading text. Essentials of Economics, 8th edition by John Sloman and Dean Garratt is the latest edition of the ultimate introductory guide in the field, thoroughly updated to reflect the latest changes in all major socio-economic issues.
This edition is designed to help you understand this fascinating subject as clearly as possible and make sense of today's key economic topics, from theory to action. The text considers some of the major problems of today's economic growth, such as unemployment, financialinequality, the environment, Brexit, and Behavioural Economics. It also offers an in-depth analysis of economic behaviour and choices on micro and macroeconomic levels, encouraging you to think and act like an economist.
Using a clear structure and straightforward, engaging writing style, the book's friendly layout and wealth of pedagogical, classic features support your learning and understanding of the issues introduced, making it easy to follow. It also helps you develop critical thinking skills, both individually and as a member of your group discussions in class.
The application of theory to real-life examples, and the variety of case studies, questions, and problems demonstrate the fundamental principles in action and further support your understanding of the core economic theories and concepts.
Always up-to-date! The Sloman Economics News Site Make use of the leading student-friendly blog that is updated frequently with news and topical stories, all linked to your textbook chapters so you can understand current affairs more deeply.
New! Access additional resources on the open Companion Website The website has a wealth of supporting material such as threshold concepts, audio animations, case studies, web appendices, glossary, flashcards, and answers to selected questions from the book.
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This edition is designed to help you understand this fascinating subject as clearly as possible and make sense of today's key economic topics, from theory to action. The text considers some of the major problems of today's economic growth, such as unemployment, financialinequality, the environment, Brexit, and Behavioural Economics. It also offers an in-depth analysis of economic behaviour and choices on micro and macroeconomic levels, encouraging you to think and act like an economist.
Using a clear structure and straightforward, engaging writing style, the book's friendly layout and wealth of pedagogical, classic features support your learning and understanding of the issues introduced, making it easy to follow. It also helps you develop critical thinking skills, both individually and as a member of your group discussions in class.
The application of theory to real-life examples, and the variety of case studies, questions, and problems demonstrate the fundamental principles in action and further support your understanding of the core economic theories and concepts.
Always up-to-date! The Sloman Economics News Site Make use of the leading student-friendly blog that is updated frequently with news and topical stories, all linked to your textbook chapters so you can understand current affairs more deeply.
New! Access additional resources on the open Companion Website The website has a wealth of supporting material such as threshold concepts, audio animations, case studies, web appendices, glossary, flashcards, and answers to selected questions from the book.
Personalise learning with MyLab (R) Economics. By combining trusted author content with digital tools and a flexible platform, MyLab Economics personalises the learning experience and improves results for each student.
If you would like to purchase both the physical text and?MyLab?Economics search for:
9781292269122 Essentials of Economics?8th Edition?with?MyLab (R)?Economics
Package consists of:
9781292239590 Essentials of Economics 8th Edition
9781292239651 Essentials of Economics 8th Edition MyLab (R)?Economics
9781292239620 Essentials of Economics 8th Edition?Pearson?eText
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Edition
8th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Harlow
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 265 mm
Width: 195 mm
Thickness: 22 mm
Weight
1040 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-292-23959-0 (9781292239590)
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Persons
John Sloman was Director of the Economics Network from its foundation in 1999 until 2012 and is now Visiting Fellow at the University of Bristol, where the Network is based. John is also Visiting Professor at the University of the West of England, Bristol.
Dean Garratt is a Senior Teaching Fellow at Aston Business School and Associate of the Economics Network. Dean is also an Academic Assessor for the Government Economics Service and a tutor on HM Treasury's Graduate Development Programme.
Dean Garratt is a Senior Teaching Fellow at Aston Business School and Associate of the Economics Network. Dean is also an Academic Assessor for the Government Economics Service and a tutor on HM Treasury's Graduate Development Programme.
Content
Brief contents About the authors Preface Student and lecturer resources Acknowledgements Publisher's acknowledgements Part A INTRODUCTION
Economic issues
Part B MICROECONOMICS
Markets, demand and supply
Markets in action
The demand decision
The supply decision
Market structures
Wages and the distribution of income
Market failures and government policy
Part C MACROECONOMICS
Aggregate demand and the business cycle
Aggregate supply and economic growth
The financial system, money and interest rates
Output, unemployment and inflation
Macroeconomic policy
Part D INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS
Globalisation and international trade
Balance of payments and exchange rates
Websites appendix Key ideas and glossary Index
Economic issues
Part B MICROECONOMICS
Markets, demand and supply
Markets in action
The demand decision
The supply decision
Market structures
Wages and the distribution of income
Market failures and government policy
Part C MACROECONOMICS
Aggregate demand and the business cycle
Aggregate supply and economic growth
The financial system, money and interest rates
Output, unemployment and inflation
Macroeconomic policy
Part D INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS
Globalisation and international trade
Balance of payments and exchange rates
Websites appendix Key ideas and glossary Index