Topics covered include the evolving meaning of the "economic miracle" in developmentalist discourse; the relationship between economic miracles and authoritarian regimes/state violence; the pursuit of development in postcolonial nations and the allure of the miracle; the impacts on everyday life in the global South following failed economic ......
In recent years, household indebtedness in the United States reached its highest levels in history. From mortgages to student loans, from credit card bills to US deficit spending, debt is widespread and increasing. Drawing on scholarship from economics, accounting, and critical rhetoric and social theory, Kellie Sharp-Hoskins critiques debt not ......
Globalization, Urbanization, and Sustainability: What Can We Do? provides students with an introduction to the multifaceted nature of civilization and its impact on our environment. The text explores the intricate interplay between globalization, urbanization, and sustainability, and examines the environmental and health impacts of modern society, ......
The Social, Political and Economic Environment for Social Work Practice is designed to encourage practitioners to view behaviour through a macro practice lens. Specifically, the text explores the influence that the economic and political systems have on social interactions and outcomes. Building upon the person in environment perspective, each ......
Engineering economy textbooks typically cover topics such as how to calculate a future value from a present value or from an annuity. However, most books describe these concepts using fictional situations that are not relatable to the students' financial reality. Engineering students need to connect engineering economy concepts to the realities ......
Large-scale social changes are taking place in American society, often even without technological change. America's Future examines these transformations. An introduction lays the groundwork for five of the most significant areas where social changes are occurring: population, politics, education, economics, and media. An underlying theme ......
Economics is an examination-focused coursebook designed to support students in their understanding of the Cambridge International AS & A Level Economics (9708) topics. It provides in-depth coverage of the latest 2023-2025 syllabus and features insights and tips that can help students advance through their studies and examinations with confidence.
Mathematical Models in Economics: An Introduction equips economics students with the foundational knowledge in mathematical models and concepts they need to transition from beginner-level courses to intermediate-level material. The book is designed to bridge the gap between applied math and economics that students face when being confronted with ......
A Practical Guide to Trading, Market Making, and Investing equips learners with the core principles of trading, market making, and investing, coupled with immersive trading simulation practice. The initial chapters introduce readers to the fundamentals of trading--the mechanics, technical analysis, and charting concepts. It propounds strategies ......
