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The Accidental Theorist brings together a selection of Paul R. Krugman's recent articles and previously unpublished writings. In a concise, engaging format, the book tackles late‑1990s economic concerns such as unemployment, globalization, economic growth, and financial speculation. Krugman begins with contemporary events like corporate downsizing and the Thailand monetary‑policy crisis, then presents provocative but ultimately flawed ideas—such as blaming economic woes on commerce internationalization—to underscore the importance of domestic policy resolve. Throughout, his lucid economic reasoning, energetic commentary, and characteristic wit illuminate the underlying principles of each topic.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Business & Economics/Finance
Authors: Paul R. Krugman
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