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Nat Dyer, "Ricardo’s Dream: How Economists Forgot the Real World and Led Us Astray" (Bristol UP, 2024)

New Books in Sociology

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Ricardo and Mill: A Dialog on Economics and Society

This chapter explores David Ricardo's theory of comparative advantage and its significant role during the Industrial Revolution in England. It highlights the interactions between economists Ricardo and Mill, reflecting on their correspondence and debates over economic theory and social policy. The chapter discusses the impact of their ideas on poverty, welfare, and the transition towards a more scientific approach in economics.

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