Cambridge Controversies in Capital Theory: A Methodological Analysis (Routledge Studies in the History of Economics)

Book Details:

• Author: Jack Birner

• Brand: Routledge

• Edition: 1st Edition

• Binding: Paperback

• Number of Pages: 224

• Release Date: 10-04-2014

• EAN: 9781138006614

• Package Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.1 x 0.6 inches

• Languages: English

About The Book:

The Cambridge Controversies: A Case Study Approach explores the intense intellectual debates that took place during the 1960s and 1970s surrounding the Cambridge School of Economics. This book offers a compelling and in-depth analysis of these controversies and their profound impact on the philosophy of science and economics. Birner uses a series of case studies to illustrate the key contributions and arguments that shaped the controversies, providing readers with a detailed understanding of the historical and intellectual context in which these debates unfolded.

Key Features:

• A detailed exploration of the Cambridge controversies of the 1960s and 1970s.

• Comprehensive case studies that delve into the key contributions and positions taken during the debates.

• Insight into the philosophical and economic ideas that influenced these discussions.

• Provides a thorough examination of the philosophical foundations of economic theory.

Ideal for:

• Students and scholars of economics, philosophy of science, and intellectual history.

• Those interested in understanding the historical context and intellectual debates of 20th-century economics.

• Researchers looking for a detailed account of the Cambridge controversies.

This book is an essential resource for anyone studying the philosophical and economic debates of the mid-20th century and will appeal to anyone interested in the development of modern economic theory.