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A solid introduction to the history of economic thought
Features Book review: The Great EconomistsLinda Yueh presents a solid introduction to the history of economic thought.
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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Book in the news: a compelling history of the factory
Features Book review: Behemoth: A History of the Factory and the Making of the Modern WorldJoshua Freeman’s book looks at the rise, decline and possible fall of the great institution that is the production line.
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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Book of the week: Trust people to make their own decisions
Features Book review: Fair Shot: Rethinking Inequality and How We EarnA book from a Facebook co-founder proposing a basic income that breaks the mould.
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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Just born lucky
Features Book review: QuirkyAre geniuses born, made, or just lucky? This book attempts to answer these questions by looking at the innovators, entrepreneurs and inventors who changed our lives.
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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In the footsteps of George Orwell
Features Book review: Hired, by James BloodworthIn this discomforting book, Bloodworth goes undercover to explore the world of casual labour.
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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How America could end up like Venezuela
Features Book review: Political Tribes, by Amy ChuaPolitics based around tribal identity is not healthy for a country.
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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Book in the news: Stop talking and start acting
Features Book review: Skin in the Game: Hidden Asymmetries in Daily LifeNassim Nicholas Taleb's latest offering explores why you should only listen to those with skin in the game.
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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Book of the week: Too much democracy
Features Book review: The Edge of ChaosA controversial look at the problems of democracy.
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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Looking over the shoulder of a fund manager
Features Book review: Deep Value Investing: Finding Bargain Shares with Big PotentialA guide to value investing that is worth every penny.
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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