Routledge Dictionary of Economics [Paperback]

Donald Rutherford (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 20, 2002 | Series: Routledge Dictionary of Economics

Compiled to meet the needs of students and professionals in economics, finance, accountancy and business, this wide-ranging, international Dictionary is for everyone who wants an up-to-date resource to the world of economics.

Key Features

• over 4200 comprehensive A to Z entries, from after-hours to z-score, provide clear, definitive explanations of the key terms, issues, theories and concepts in economics today - as well as describing the contributions of key figures in the field
• each entry is headed by a short definition for quick reference, and where relevant, followed by an annotated bibliography to lead the reader to further sources
• cross-referenced for ease of access
• the full range of subjects is covered, from classical economics and the study of value and growth, to contemporary concerns such as European Union and Green conditionality
• detailed coverage of vital econometric terms and statistics including entries such as eigenprices and M0
• includes specialised commercial and financial jargon
• illustrated with 94 line diagrams
• unique subject index for ease of access

Editorial Reviews

Review

"As impressive a collection of pithy summaries and explanations as can be found, an admirably comprehensive book." -- The Business Economist

"It furthers Rutherford's hopes that the dictionary is `a solace for the perplexed, a guide for the scholar and a map of a new terrain for the general reader.' Recommended for all libraries serving readers of international economic news." -- Choice

"The terms are concisely and accurately defined, or rather described and elucidated, with an unhesitating use of formulae and diagrams when appropriate . . . invaluable for the general reader of financial and economic journalism. the 5,000-odd entries are very well cross-referenced and meticulously alphabetised. A special word of praise is due for the biographical entries. The work is up-to-date, without neglecting the relevant history of the subject. . . . The author is to be congratulated." -- Library Association Record --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

About the Author

Donald Rutherford is Lecturer in Economics and Associate Dean in Social Sciences at Edinburgh University.

Product Details

• Paperback: 704 pages
• Publisher: Routledge; 2 edition (October 20, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0415250919
• ISBN-13: 978-0415250917
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.2 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,673,071 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A wealth of information, June 1, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Routledge Dictionary of Economics (1st ed) (Paperback)

I bought this one in 1998 at a bookshop at Harvard square.I have most of my work in economic and financial administration though I don't have a formal degree in economics.I have found this dictionary as a sound starting point to quickly get an idea about an economic concept especially from an applied and interdiciplinary perspective. The definitions and explanations for the entries are quite clear and crisp.The references at the end of a term are very relevant and particularly useful for research purpose. Cross referencing also comes very handy in completing the gaps in a given concept. Some of the common economic terms( e.g.Recession ) could be accorded a more exhaustive treatment.More terms from Development Economics could perhaps merit inclusion.I also feel that a new edition of this fine dictionary should now be overdue especially as the new economy came and went away(!)in the meantime with so many of its terms crying for inclusion in such a tome.