Economic Facts and Fallacies
2nd Edition
by Thomas Sowell
Published by: Basic Books, 2011 (2nd Edition)
Genre: Nonfiction | Business & Economics
Page Count: 293 (Paperback)
ISBN: 9780465022038
Publisher’s Description
In Economic Facts and Fallacies , Thomas Sowell exposes some of the most popular fallacies about economic issues in a lively manner that does not require any prior knowledge of economics. These fallacies include many beliefs widely disseminated in the media and by politicians, such as fallacies about urban problems, income differences, male-female economic differences, as well as economic fallacies about academia, about race, and about Third World countries. Sowell shows that fallacies are not simply crazy ideas but in fact have a certain plausibility that gives them their staying power- and makes careful examination of their flaws both necessary and important.
About the Author
Thomas Sowell is an American economist, social theorist, and prolific author. Born on June 30, 1930, Sowell has made significant contributions to the fields of economics, political science, and social commentary. He is known for his conservative viewpoints and has written extensively on a wide range of topics, including race and ethnicity, education, and economic theory.
Sowell’s notable works include “Basic Economics,” “A Conflict of Visions,” and “Economic Facts and Fallacies.” His writing often challenges popular assumptions and explores the economic and social consequences of various policies. Sowell has held positions at several institutions, including the Hoover Institution at Stanford University, and has been a syndicated columnist for many years, reaching a broad audience with his insights and analyses.