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Donald McCloskey's previous books, The Rhetoric of Economics and If You're So Smart, aimed to bring economics back into the wider conversation of the day. In Knowledge and Persuasion in Economics he carries the conversation further, into the seminars of philosophers. His message is that economics is a science, but a human science. It is properly mathematical, but literary too. His book is highly unusual: a work of technical economics that can be read by anyone, a witty guide to the ins and outs of economic philosophy expressed in plain English.
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Economics as art, science, and human storytelling.
Who is this book for?
If you've ever wondered how economics mingles with philosophy and storytelling, this book offers a fascinating peek behind that curtain. Donald McCloskey writes in a lively, approachable style, making complex ideas accessible and engaging. It's a perfect pick for curious minds eager to see the human side of economic science.
