The Armchair Economist

Stephen Landsburg

Description

In The Armchair Economist, Stephen Landsburg provides an accessible and thought-provoking introduction to economics by applying its principles to everyday life. Through a series of witty and insightful essays, Landsburg explores how economic thinking can explain a wide range of phenomena, from why popcorn costs so much at the movies to why seatbelts might lead to more accidents. Using real-world examples, he shows how incentives shape behavior and how seemingly simple choices can have complex outcomes. This book is ideal for economics students looking to see the relevance of economic theory in understanding the world around them.

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