Role of Economic Theory

This book provides the reader with different perspectives on 'economic theory' from the viewpoint of various subdisciplines within economics. Questions considered include the role of economic theory and what factors influence the way economists view the role of theory in economics. The volume can be broadly divided into two camps -- interventionists vs. non-interventionists. The editor is successful in presenting the main schools of modern economic thought as well as identifying qualified proponents for these schools. These 'schools' include neoclassical economics, institutional economics, monetary economics, radical economics, rational expectations, game theory, public choice and Keynesians.Klein, Philip A. is the author of 'Role of Economic Theory' with ISBN 9780792394525 and ISBN 0792394526.