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The New Palgrave Dictionary of Economics

  • Editors: Steven N. Durlauf and Lawrence E. Blume
  • Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
  • Publication Date: May 2008
  • Limited Time Offer: $2500.00 on order placed before July 31st
  • List Price: $2,950.00
  • ISBN-13: 9780333786765
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Description:

The New Palgrave Dictionary of Economics is established as the leading reference work in the field. This second edition contains over 80% new content. The Dictionary contains over 1,900 articles written by 1,500 scholarly contributors and 25 Nobel Laureates. It is published in eight print volumes and has been recently named the Best Multi-Volume reference work in the Humanities and Social Sciences by the American Association of Publishers.

"Much has changed in the latest incarnation of this dictionary. ...More than 1,500 economists contributed almost 1,900 signed entries; more than 1,000 of the entries are new or 'heavily revised' and expanded. Along with the descriptions of economic method from earlier editions, this edition includes much information on 'what those methods have found.' It also offers new emphasis on advances that have occurred in microeconomics, Bayesian theory, game theory, and behavioral, international, and experimental economics. ...A regularly updated online version of the dictionary is available www.dictionaryofeconomics.com, with site license pricing based on institution type and FTE. Summing Up: Highly recommended."- CHOICE

Launched during a crucial time when the changing economy is spearheading conversations world wide, the Dictionary of Economics lends an understanding of the subject matter in a comprehensive approach. The articles in the Encyclopedia are targeted and written in an accessible style that appeals to a whole new generation of economists. This multi volume work will be a welcome addition to academic and public libraries alike.

Key Benefits:

  • The Largest most authoritative economics resource available; Containing 80% unique new content.
  • Expertly Written-- Internationally renowned board with more than 1,500 scholarly contributors, experts, and Nobel Laureates.
  • Recipient of a 2008 "Outstanding Academic Title Award", CHOICE
  • Recipient of a 2008 "PROSE Award for Best Multi-Volume Reference Work in the Humanities and Social Sciences, AAP

Register on the website to view sample article listings and learn more about the Dictionary by visiting www.dictionaryofeconomics.com.