Books like Basic economic principles by David E. O'Connor

Adam Smith’s seminal 1776 treatise that laid the groundwork for modern economic theory, presented here in a reprint of Edwin Cannan’s 1904 edition with a new preface by economist George J. Stigler.

Thomas Sowell explains why societies thrive or suffer by applying basic economic principles in plain language and vivid global examples.

Intermediate Microeconomics by Hal R. Varian introduces core microeconomic concepts and expands into game theory, strategic behavior, systems competition, information technology, and auction theory for a comprehensive university-level text.

An introduction to free-market economics.

A practical guide that shows economics is already relevant to students, addressing their everyday concerns in principles courses.

Introductory economics is often thought of as dull and unappetising. Beginners need inspiration and help. Foundations of Economics breathes new life into an often-times dry discipline by linking key economic concepts with wider debates and issues. By bringing to light delightful mind-teasers, philosophical questions and intriguing politics in mainstream economics, it promises to enliven an otherwise dry course whilst inspiring students to do well. The book covers all the main economic concepts and addresses in detail three main areas: * consumption and choice * production and markets * government and the State. Each is discussed in terms of what the conventional textbook says, how these ideas developed in historical and philosophical terms and whether or not they make sense. Assumptions about economics as a discipline are challenged, and several pertinent students' anxieties ('Should I be studying economics?') are discussed.