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Frank Hahn's powerful critiques of current economic methodology and innovative reconstructions of economic theorizing have long challenged the views of practising economists. This title presents a study of Hahn's methodological writings. It is suitable for scholars with an interest in the philosophy of economics.

The former President of the United States, Bill Clinton and, at the time of publication, still current Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Tony Blair have described their style of government as a 'Third Way'. This book identifies and clarifies the economic implications of this particular approach to public governance.

Max Weber laid the foundations for the meaning of `charismä in modern secular usage. This new volume argues for the importance of the `charismatic principle¿ in history, economics and society. Bringing together a number of contributors at the cross section between economics, theology, sociology and politics, the book poses and aims to answer several of the key questions relating to this topic.

This book presents a critical exposition of food systems theory and analyses the existing approaches to food consumption. Subjects discussed include the impact of the EU, lack of policy in the UK and resolving the diet paradox.

Provides a perspective on the economics of labour markets by demonstrating how radical political economy has been incorporated into mainstream economics. The book aims to present a new approach to this area of economic theory.

Transcending Transaction examines recent attempts to show how, in theory and history, market transaction can emerge from the unregulated interaction of competitive traders.

This collection of contributed work is concerned mainly with developments in the neo-classical tradition of political economics, and examines the role played by rational choice in the decision-making processes of firms and the state.

This book clarifies, integrates and applies diverse perspectives to salient issues of governance and presents them in an accessible manner. It will be an invaluable contribution to this field.

Tackling such topics as the global sports economy, the global sports market and fringe sports with an accessible style, this title should be of interest to all those currently studying and researching the economics of sports as well as being an eye-opener for those involved in the sports business.

Takes on a journey from the historical roots of globalization through to its relevance in the modern day. This book covers themes such as: international trade; free trade and international movement of capital; and the role of the world economy. It is aimed at students, academics, and those with an interest in the modern global political economy.

Michael Kalecki discovered many of the concepts of what is identified as Keynesian theory. His work has had resounding influence on some of today's economic problems. These analyses scrutinize Kalecki's theories and show their significance for explaining the working of modern economies and the areas that need adaptation to changed circumstances.

In social life, the adoption of norms and values typically help in settling potential conflicts of interest to the mutual benefit of all. While not evident immediately, social norms and values play a crucial role in the theory of social choice.

S.N. Afriat is back and writing on the subject of the Price Index. This book should be of great interest to economists and statisticians everywhere.

The elections of Bill Clinton and Tony Blair in the 1990s saw the consolidation and completion of critical aspects of the Reagan-Thatcher fiscal agenda. It was thought that the process of adopting common fiscal policies was caused by economic integration and globalization; this study reveals a more comprehensive explanation.

Explores the area of behavioral economics and in particular focuses on the work of Harvey Leibenstein, one of the pioneers of this discipline. This book covers the topics such as: agency theory; dynamic efficiency; evolutionary economics; X-efficiency; the effect of emotions, specifically affect, on decision making; market pricing; and more.

Semi-periphery refers to those nations which are not drivers of change globally, but have enough economic and political security to have some power in determining their own responses to global forces. This book analyses changes in gender relations, as a result of globalization, in countries on the semi-periphery of power.

This landmark volume spans a wide range of economic approaches to social justice. Inspired by the work of Duncan Foley, and featuring many of the leading scholars in the field, the volume aims to open the discussion on a critical economic theory which values fairness and social justice.

This book seeks to explain the global financial crisis and its wider economic, political, and social repercussions, arguing that the 2007-9 meltdown was in fact a systemic crisis of the capitalist system.