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Business Cycles: From John Law to Chaos Theory

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Lars Tvede has managed to give his readers what most students of economics never get during their studies: a highly readable and entertaining overview about the way economic knowledge has progressed through time, and the way historic events (yes, wars, bubbles, etc.) have shaped the development of economics. The book is well researched and written in a very enjoyable style. If you are tired with short-term GDP forecasts and would like to have a look at the "big picture", this book is definitely for you.

The only reason this book doesn't get five stars are the last chapters about chaos theory, which are a bit "sticky", but nevertheless provide some interesting insights into some of the most recent developements of modern economic theory. Enjoy your reading

Well written, clear, conise and informative. The first book on economic history that actually encouraged me to turn the page. The theory is explained clearly, but not simply, and the backgroud is interesting and readable. Even if you have no interest in economics this book is well worth the read, it will give you a fuller understanding of how things work, and why.