Veblen in Plain English: A Complete Introduction to Thorstein Veblen's Economics

by Ken McCormick

Most economists will agree that the task of understanding and teaching Veblen is not an easy one. Locating a book for the non-specialist is even harder, and hence the purpose of this book. This pioneering text fully delivers what its title promises - Veblen in Plain English. For the non-specialist and student alike, Professor McCormick illuminates the ideas of Veblen in a manner that is well written and easy to understand. This is a refreshing and most welcome addition to literature on Veblen. The foreword is by Dr. Rick Tilman, another noted expert on Veblen.

172 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2006

Reviews

[Peter Rollins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good intro to Veblen’s key economic theories

Quick and easy read, but very informative. Assumes no previous knowledge of the subject matter, suitable for non-experts wanting an initial introduction to Veblen’s work.

[Matthew Hall · Rating 4 out of 5]

Delivers on the title's promise.

[szymborskalyte · Rating 4 out of 5]

An EXCELLENT primer. This is how they should be.

[Turki Almusiened · Rating 5 out of 5]

great book. I had difficulty reading Veblen's writing, but this book makes Veblen economics theories so easy to read.