Basic Economics

A Citizen's Guide to the Economy

By: Thomas Sowell

Narrated by: Brian Emerson

Basic Economics has been written with the thought that learning economics should be not only a relaxed experience but also an enjoyable one.

This is the revised and expanded edition of a new kind of introduction to economics for the general public, without graphs, statistics, or jargon. However, the enlargement of this edition is not just more of the same. In addition to being updated, Basic Economics has also become more international, with the inclusion of economic problems from more countries around the world, because the basic principles of economics are not confined by national borders. Each chapter reflects the experiences of many different peoples and cultures.

©2004 Thomas Sowell (P)2006 Blackstone Audiobooks

Critic reviews

"Clear and concise....Among economists of the past 30 years, [Sowell] stands very proud indeed." (The Wall Street Journal)
"Basic Economics is not only valuable for a general lay-person audience, it would also benefit lawyers, politicians, and, yes, economists, as well." (Washington Times)

beyond the band of brothers

a wonderful and educational look at the group of men that winters was with in WWII. I went and bought the PBS series to watch again. A great read and great narrator. highly recommend this. will do Ambrose's book again now.

Truth Unhindered

Finally some common sense from the well educated economists of the world. amazing book and a must buy fir everyone. this book should be required Reading for teenagers

Polemnically sounds though unconvincing...

This is a classic, unadulterated economics for high school students and freshman and sophomore year undergraduates, it ceased to be convincing once it is read by anyone with advanced degree. It ignores the question of power, culture and technological advantages and differences some countries have over others and how those can be exploited for gain, still it is worth reading and thought provoking book.

If you think of Economics as tedious, try this!

What was the most compelling aspect of this narrative?

For anyone who is unable to complete an introductory lesson on this subject without losing consciousness, this book can help. The author is able to convey the concepts in terms that anyone can understand, and even made it enjoyable for me. I remember taking an Economics class in college, and had I had this book, it would have been much easier to remain interested.

Any additional comments?

If only Dr. Sowell had been the narrator...

Excellent, phenomenal, great, fabulous!

Now, why did I say that? Awesome book to explain economy and economics to folks from various walks of life. Great examples of Centralised economy and its impact on allocation of resources and economic outcomes. The best (so far) book explaining complex economic theories with simple terms and multiple examples. If anyone believes that the Government can effectively manage our economy and create the most efficient distribution of our resources and prevent scarcity this book is a must to listen to! Don't thank me, thank Thomas Sowell! Mr. Thomas Sowell you are my HERO! I can't wait to listen to all his books. Ayn Raynd would be impressed. A must read!