Free lunch
David Smith (economist)
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Free lunch
by David Smith (economist), David Smith April 29, 2008
Published
March 1, 2005
Publisher
Profile Books Limited
Pages
192
ISBN-13
9781861975065
ISBN-10
1861975066
Description
The economy has never been so relevant to so many people as it is now, and it's vital that we understand how it affects our lives. 'There's no such thing as a free lunch' is the one phrase everyone has heard from economics – not even for bankers. But why not? What does economics tell us about the price of lunch - and everything else? Free Lunch makes the economics pages of the newspaper intelligible and addresses the concerns that worry us all. Set out like a good lunch-time conversation, the book will guide you through the mysteries of the economy. Your guides will be some of the greatest names in the field, including Smith, Marx and Keynes. This clever and witty introduction costs less than even the cheapest meal. It is essential reading in these times of economic uncertainty, and is far more satisfying than even the most gourmet banquet.
Subjects
The art of money getting, or, Golden rules for money getting
Think and Grow Rich
As a man thinketh
The Wealth of Nations
The Richest Man in Babylon
The master key system in twenty-four parts with questionnaire and glossary
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Free lunch?
This edition of Free lunch has approximately 192 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Free lunch?
For most readers, Free lunch typically takes between 4h 0m and 2h 40m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 48,000 words and common reading speeds.
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What is the word count of Free lunch?
The estimated word count for Free lunch is approximately 48,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of Free lunch?
Free lunch was written by David Smith (economist), David Smith April 29, 2008.
When was Free lunch published?
The publication date for this specific edition is March 1, 2005. The original work may have been published on a different date.