bergin tom free lunch thinking 8 economic myths and why politicians fall for them
Bergin Tom Free Lunch Thinking. 8 Economic Myths and Why Politicians Fall for Them
Why most economic assumptions made by governments are wrong Economic theories and models shape our everyday lives. They are relied on by politicians when tax rises or cuts are being considered. They inform debates about everything from bonuses for CEOs to minimum wage rates to the level of job protection enshrined in law. They determine what levels of tobacco or petrol duty are charged, and influence government approaches to issues as diverse as obesity and climate change. The question is: are policy makers right to be so slavishly reliant on them? Tom Bergin is sceptical, and in Free Lunch Thinking he subjects eight of the most prevalent economic mantras to close scrutiny, assessing how they play out in practice. Again and again, he shows how individuals, companies and markets fail to respond to policy changes as theory predicts. He exposes the missed opportunities and wasted resources that result. And by tracing the development of key economic tenets, he demonstrates how their champions' tendency to believe in phenomena for which they have little hard evidence leaves accepted economic wisdom frequently being more about faith than facts. His book both exposes and challenges lazy thinking. It also sets out a path for more considered future.
2673 Руб.
Kahneman D. Thinking Fast and Slow
Why is there more chance we’ll believe something if it’s in a bold type face? Why are judges more likely to deny parole before lunch? Why do we assume a good-looking person will be more competent? The answer lies in the two ways we make choices: fast, intuitive thinking, and slow, rational thinking. This book reveals how our minds are tripped up by error and prejudice (even when we think we are being logical), and gives you practical techniques for slower, smarter thinking. It will enable to you make better decisions at work, at home, and in everything you do.
3403 Руб.
Kahneman D. Thinking Fast and Slow
Why is there more chance we’ll believe something if it’s in a bold type face? Why are judges more likely to deny parole before lunch? Why do we assume a good-looking person will be more competent? The answer lies in the two ways we make choices: fast, intuitive thinking, and slow, rational thinking. This book reveals how our minds are tripped up by error and prejudice (even when we think we are being logical), and gives you practical techniques for slower, smarter thinking. It will enable to you make better decisions at work, at home, and in everything you do.
3403 Руб.
Frank Robert H. The Economic Naturalist. Why Economics Explains Almost Everything
Have you ever wondered why there is a light in your fridge but not in your freezer? Or why 24-hour shops bother having locks on their doors? Or why soft drink cans are cylindrical, but milk cartons are square? The answer is simple: economics. For years, economist Robert Frank has been encouraging his students to ask questions about the conundrums and strange occurrences they encounter in everyday life and to try to explain them using economics. Now in this bestselling book, he shares the most intriguing - and bizarre - questions and the economic principles that answer them to reveal why many of the most puzzling parts of everyday life actually make perfect (economic) sense.
3716 Руб.
Chang Ha-Joon Economics. The User's Guide
What is economics? What can - and can't - it explain about the world? Why does it matter? Ha-Joon Chang teaches economics at Cambridge University, and writes a column for the Guardian. The Observer called his book 23 Things They Don't Tell You About Capitalism, which was a no.1 bestseller, 'a witty and timely debunking of some of the biggest myths surrounding the global economy.' He won the Wassily Leontief Prize for advancing the frontiers of economic thought, and is a vocal critic of the failures of our current economic system.
4274 Руб.
Budgell Gill Fish and Chips
In the first story Tom wants fish and chips for lunch, but he can't have them. In the second story Tom and Holly find a thin cat who needs fish for lunch. The Macmillan Explorers Phonics bring first language teaching methods to reading lessons in international classrooms. They focus on how reading works, so children are able to read new texts and pronounce new words more easily. The Macmillan Explorers Phonics complement the Macmillan English Explorers and can also be used alongside any other reading programme.
2622 Руб.
Daynes Katie What are clouds?
Discover what clouds are made of, why storm clouds flash and boom, how tornadoes happen and what makes a rainbow. With lots of flaps to lift, this delightful book encourages children to explore clouds for themselves, spotting shapes in the sky, looking at the simple science behind them and learning a few cloud myths along the way.
1229 Руб.
Raworth Kate Doughnut Economics. Seven Ways to Think Like a 21st-Century Economist
A leading economist shows why current economic thinking doesn't work - and what should take its place Economics is broken, and the planet is paying the price. Unforeseen financial crises. Extreme wealth inequality. Relentless pressure on the environment. Can we go on like this? Is there an alternative? In Doughnut Economics, Oxford academic Kate Raworth lays out the seven deadly mistakes of economics and offers a radical re-envisioning of the system that has brought us to the point of ruin. Moving beyond the myths of 'rational economic man' and unlimited growth, Doughnut Economics zeroes in on the sweet spot: a system that meets all our needs without exhausting the planet. The demands of the 21st century require a new shape of economics. This might just be it.
4113 Руб.
Blade Adam Ferno the Fire Dragon
An evil wizard has enchanted the magical beasts of Avantia - only a true hero can free the beasts and stop them from destroying the land. Is Tom the hero Avantia has been waiting for Join Tom as he braves Ferno the fire dragon...
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Beattie Alan False Economy. A Surprising Economic History of the World
Why do some countries succeed while others fail? What causes boom or bust? The World Trade Editor of the FT explains how the world really works. Why do oil and diamonds lead to economic disaster more often than boom? Why doesn't Africa grow cocaine? Why might believing in God be good for your balance-sheet? Botswana and Sierra Leone are both blessed with abundant diamonds. Why did Botswana became the world's fastest-growing economy while Sierra Leone suffered a decade of brutal civil war? For the past two hundred years Argentina had enjoyed a vista of economic opportunity almost identical to that of the USA but in 2001 Argentina's government bankrupted itself. Why did the USA succeed while Argentina stalled? Time and again, world leaders have failed to learn the lessons of economic history, and their mistakes continue to have surprising and catastrophic consequences. The path to prosperity is rarely obvious and the sources of success are often unexpected. In False Economy, Alan Beattie uses extraordinary stories of economic triumph and disaster to explain how some countries went wrong while others went right, and why it's so difficult to change course once you're on the path to ruin.
2825 Руб.
Rees Peter Why Do Raindrops Fall? Level 3. Factbook
A series of twenty non-fiction science readers which engages children in the world around them. Why is the sea salty? Why do boats float? Why do I feel thirsty? You can find the answers to these and other questions about water and weather in Why Do Raindrops Fall?
1167 Руб.
Sistema Lunch 2L Green
Sistema Lunch 2L green is a great product for storing your lunch. The Bpa-free products are safe to use and can be reheated easily and safely. They can even store Food for a long duration without much of hassle and ruining the Food's quality. It keeps Food fresh and you safe! Known for its phthalate and Bpa-free plastic Sistema uses the best material and designs to create their products. Their products cater to a large group of people who rely on Food-safe quality products. .(1)Great for pre made lunches, salads and snacks(2)Unique Sistema KLIP IT easy locking clips(3)Microwavable, dishwasher-safe and freezer-safe(3)Phthalate and BPA free(4)Multi-compartment lunch box.
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Sistema Lunch 2L Pink
Sistema Lunch 2L pink is a great product for storing your lunch. The Bpa-free products are safe to use and can be reheated easily and safely. They can even store Food for a long duration without much of hassle and ruining the Food's quality. It keeps Food fresh and you safe! Known for its phthalate and Bpa-free plastic Sistema uses the best material and designs to create their products. Their products cater to a large group of people who rely on Food-safe quality products. .(1)Great for pre made lunches, salads and snacks(2)Unique Sistema KLIP IT easy locking clips(3)Microwavable, dishwasher-safe and freezer-safe(3)Phthalate and BPA free(4)Multi-compartment lunch box.
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How Food Works
Let this guide be your very own friendly nutritionist, on hand to debunk common food myths and give you the answers to those pressing health questions with easy-to-swallow information. Is red wine good for your heart? Will caffeine raise your blood pressure? How Food Works gives you answers to these and several more questions by investigating claims surrounding a variety of foods and examining them from a biological standpoint. Discover nutritional facts about the food you eat, learn the benefits of superfoods and antioxidants, and go behind-the-scenes of modern food production. Packed with infographics and colourful images, the book delves into the science behind ways of eating including gluten-free and veganism, as well as the benefits of different diets from around the world. Turn the pages to understand why food intolerances occur, what actually makes food organic, how important sell-by dates really are, and how much salt you should really be eating. Readers will also learn about the social and economic implications of food choices, such as eating disorders and fair-trade businesses. Indispensable and accessible to young and old, How Food Works is the perfect health and dietary companion.
4448 Руб.
Thrriv Keto Burger buns 200g
Introducing the perfect addition to your keto-friendly diet - delicious and nutritious burger buns from Thrriv! These 200g buns are specially crafted for those who are looking for a low-carb and gluten-free option. Made with high-quality superseeds, these buns are rich in fiber and protein, making them a filling and satisfying choice. The soft and fluffy texture of these buns will make your burger experience even better! Whether youre making a classic cheeseburger or a veggie burger, Thrriv Keto Burger Buns are a great choice for anyone looking for a healthy and delicious option. So why wait? Try them today and experience the difference for yourself!
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Chang Ha-Joon Edible Economics. A Hungry Economist Explains the World
Economic thinking - about globalisation, climate change, immigration, austerity, automation and much more - in its most digestible form For decades, a single free market philosophy has dominated global economics. But this is bland and unhealthy - like British food in the 1980s, when bestselling author and economist Ha-Joon Chang first arrived in the UK from South Korea. Just as eating a wide range of cuisines contributes to a more interesting and balanced diet, so too is it essential we listen to a variety of economic perspectives. In Edible Economics, Chang makes challenging economic ideas more palatable by plating them alongside stories about food from around the world. He uses histories behind familiar food items - where they come from, how they are cooked and consumed, what they mean to different cultures - to explore economic theory. For Chang, chocolate is a life-long addiction, but more exciting are the insights it offers into post-industrial knowledge economies; and while okra makes Southern gumbo heart-meltingly smooth, it also speaks of capitalism's entangled relationship with freedom and unfreedom. Explaining everything from the hidden cost of care work to the misleading language of the free market as he cooks dishes like anchovy and egg toast, Gambas al Ajillo and Korean dotori mook, Ha-Joon Chang serves up an easy-to-digest feast of bold ideas. Myth-busting, witty and thought-provoking, Edible Economics shows that getting to grips with the economy is like learning a recipe: if we understand it, we can change it - and, with it, the world.
6498 Руб.