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Economics is a highly respected and successful textbook, valued world-wide by students for its comprehensive and engaging coverage of introductory economics. The book presents economics as an interesting, lively and relevant subject and it helps students to see how the world works by developing "an economic way of thinking" Its clarity of exposition, lively examples and quality full-colour artwork help bring the subject powerfully to life in the 21st century. Its aim is to accurately reflect and encompass the constantly shifting economic world around us. Building on the high standards set by previous editions, this sixth European edition has been carefully and thoroughly revised so that it may continue to help the student to think like an economist, as well as apply the fundamental principles of the discipline to the business environment. Ideal for all introductory Economics courses.
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PARKIN POWELL MATTHEWS ECONOMICS
SIXTH EDITION
Reflecting the changing world around us, Economics brings the subject to life, helping the student separate the wood from the trees in the economic landscape. Linking theory to practice, this successful textbook illuminates the meaning hidden in the headlines, examines the interplay between real-world policy decisions and economic outcomes, and analyses the effects of choices made in the personal interest versus those in the public interest. Written by an expert team of teachers, this sixth European edition continues to aid the discovery and application of the core principles of economics. Full of lively, accessible and relevant debates, this book enables students to think like an economist.
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“The text successfully strives to ensure that the theory is complemented by application to real life. It is also up-to-date and relevant to a world students will recognize.” Dr John Lipczynski, London Metropolitan University
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