Desperate Measures: An Econ Thriller

by Rand McGreal

Trouble is brewing between competing schools of economic thinking. The establishment Keynesians fear disruption of their kingdom by the upstart New Market Economists led by Associate Professor Peter Barrie from of all things a community college in central California. The powerful Keynesians call on their alliances with the media to humiliate and embarrass Peter and his boys. Their efforts fail to tarnish the shine of the new guiding light. The Keynesians increase the pressure. Their efforts have the desired effect. Peter's light is blocked. Dissatisfied with a partial victory, the Keynesians move to force Peter completely out of the limelight. Peter rallies, but victory is far from certain.

374 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 12, 2019

About the author

Rand writes books about Economics. He bases his own economic theories on his experiences as a senior manager at a national bank, international construction firm, national retail chain and as an executive at an urban commercial developer. Rand holds an MBA and undergraduate degree from Oberlin College. He is currently a lecturer and writer trying to correct the many misunderstandings of how to manage a national economy. His main interest is monetary policy.