Böcker av Thomas (National University of Ireland Boylan

In 19th century Ireland, consensus was sought in the new discipline of political economy which claimed to transcend all divisions. The authors explore the failure of that mission in the wake of the great famine of 1846-47.

Frank Hahn's powerful critiques of current economic methodology and innovative reconstructions of economic theorizing have long challenged the views of practising economists. This title presents a study of Hahn's methodological writings. It is suitable for scholars with an interest in the philosophy of economics.