It is difficult to understand history or the conditions of modern society without a strong grasp of the economic past. Time and again, historic change is wrought by an underlying economic dynamic.
From trade agreements to offshore outsourcing to foreign aid, this two-volume encyclopedia explains the key elements of the world economy and provides a first step to further research.
This dictionary of economics contains over 4,200 entries which provide lucid, comprehensive, accurate and up-to-date expositions of the key terms, issues and concepts in economics. It also describes the work of the central figures in the field.
Although there are encyclopedias covering economics, classic economic theory and history, the SAGE Encyclopedia of Economics and Society emphasises the contemporary world, contemporary issues, and society.