Applied Economics

Thinking Beyond Stage One

De: Thomas Sowell

Narrado por: Brian Emerson

This book is geared to the average citizen with little or no economics background who would like the tools to think critically about economic issues. Many of today's economic issues are obscured by their inherent complexity and the often confusing and conflicting views coming from political talking heads. Sowell, a leading conservative economist and senior fellow at the Hoover Institution, seeks to alleviate this confusion. He begins by elucidating the differences between politicians, who are often compelled by political considerations to act for the short term, and economists, who are more concerned with long-term ramifications. Sowell then focuses on the application of economics to major contemporary real-world problems - housing, medical care, discrimination, and the economic development of nations.

©2005 Thomas Sowell (P)2005 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Sowell tells it is!

A very good additional method of exposure to this brilliant and fascinating mind. I recommend Sowell to anyone seeking unvarnished truth.

Clear and well argued

In characteristic Thomas Sowell fashion, this book is clear, engaging, and well argued, with every assertion backed up by facts or examples.

great economic analysis

great read and insights for people looking for deeper dive into applied economic. highly recommend

another classic from Thomas Sowell

Thomas Sowell expands on the concepts explained in his classic book Basic Economics with this tome that takes the principles from that prior work, and applies them to real-world situations. A must read/listen for anyone looking to gain a better grasp of economics

Thomas Sowell at his best

Clear and concise. What else can you expect from Thomas Sowell. Awesome awesome awesome

Very informative

Will be listening to this again and again. Looking forward to hearing more on this subject

Excellent Read

Excellent Read! My favorite chapter was is the last chapter that talks about why 3rd countries are really in the position they are in.

Grear book on economics!

It's amazing to have so much information in this book. It helps us understand why so many people are involved in unnecessary thoughts which are just part of stage 1, but they don't think beyond this stage. I have see this happening around the world, even in my country.

Great book.

Should be required reading. Read Basic Economics by Thomas Sowell first. Both are Must Reads.

great

You should expect this to be academic, but it reads quick and is presented in an easily understood pace of the curriculum taught within.