Economic Method and Economic Fallacies (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

William Warrand Carlile

 
9781330063187: Economic Method and Economic Fallacies (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Money and its myths: how fallacies shape monetary thinking and policy

This critical study examines how ideas about money influence economic reasoning, from ancient exchange to modern monetary standards. It traces how mistaken assumptions can mislead debates and policy choices, and it highlights the role of psychology and social use in the development of money.

The book surveys key questions about money, value, and exchange, showing how scholars have argued about what money is, how it functions, and how it affects economies. It uses historical and theoretical perspectives to illuminate the debates that continue to shape monetary policy today.
  • Learn how money may have originated from social needs and symbolic value, not just trade.
  • See how different thinkers interpret the monetary standard and its stability.
  • Explore how fallacies influence arguments for or against free trade and monetary reform.
  • Understand the relationship between money, credit, and economic behavior in historical context.
Ideal for readers of economic history and philosophy who want a clearer view of how ideas about money shape real‑world decisions.

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