Ricardo's Dream
Book • 2024
Nat Dyer's "Ricardo's Dream" explores the life and theories of David Ricardo, a key figure in the development of economics.
The book delves into Ricardo's contributions, particularly his theory of comparative advantage, and its impact on globalization.
Dyer challenges the traditional narrative surrounding Ricardo's work, highlighting the often-overlooked historical context of power, empire, and slavery.
The book critically examines the assumptions underlying mainstream economic thought and its consequences for the real world.
Ultimately, "Ricardo's Dream" offers a fresh perspective on the history of economic ideas and their implications for contemporary issues.
The book delves into Ricardo's contributions, particularly his theory of comparative advantage, and its impact on globalization.
Dyer challenges the traditional narrative surrounding Ricardo's work, highlighting the often-overlooked historical context of power, empire, and slavery.
The book critically examines the assumptions underlying mainstream economic thought and its consequences for the real world.
Ultimately, "Ricardo's Dream" offers a fresh perspective on the history of economic ideas and their implications for contemporary issues.
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Nat Dyer, "Ricardo’s Dream: How Economists Forgot the Real World and Led Us Astray" (Bristol UP, 2024)
