Economic Methodology An Inquiry [Paperback]

Economic Methodology provides an accessible introduction to the subject-matter of and literature on the methodology of economics. It presents issues in economics in order to demonstrate the need for methodological awareness and debate. The core of the book then explains the content and development of thought in methodology in relation to issues in economics, with an especial emphasis on the most recent thinking in the area.

1. What's so Funny about Economics?
2. Where is Economics Going?
3. Some Theoretical Issues
4. Some Empirical Issues
5. The Scope and Purpose of Economics
6. Progress in Economics
7. Understanding Economics
8. The Means to Address Real Economic Issues
9. Issues for Methodology and Economics

Sheila Dow is Professor of Economics at Stirling University.