Joan Robinson: A Bio-Bibliography

di James Cicarelli (Autore)

Julianne Cicarelli (Autore)

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, 1996

Among the most imaginative and controversial economists of the 20th century, Joan Robinson is one of the intellectual giants of modern economics. This book pays homage to her and extends the knowledge of her contributions to a new generation of economists. It begins with a chronological history of her life. A biographical sketch follows, giving in-depth analysis of her major writings and her many conflicts with mainstream economists, particularly the bastard Keynesians of the United States. The book includes two annotated bibliographies of works by Robinson and works about her and her economic theories. The index makes the book readily accessible. One of the most imaginative and controversial economists of the 20th century, Joan Robinson clearly deserved the Nobel Prize in economics, although she never received it. This book intends to correct that oversight by paying homage to one of the intellectual giants of modern economics, and thus extending the knowledge of Robinson's contributions to a new generation of economists who may be unfamiliar with her work or influence. The book begins with a chronological history of Joan Robinson's life. A biographical sketch follows, giving in-depth analysis of her major writings and her many conflicts with mainstream economists, particularly the bastard Keynesians of the United States. This is followed by annotated bibliographies of works by Robinson and works about her and her economic theories. The index makes the contents of this user-friendly book readily accessible to the new economist and seasoned professional alike.

• Autore: James Cicarelli, Julianne Cicarelli
• Editore: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
• Collana: Bio-Bibliographies in Economics
• Anno: 1996
• Rilegatura: Hardback
• Pagine: 200 p.
• Dimensioni: 235 x 156 mm
• Peso: 454 gr.
• EAN: 9780313258442

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