Economic Theory and Economic Thought

<p>Ian Steedman is recognised internationally as one of the leading economic theorists of his time and has made major contributions to the development of economic theory and economic thought as substantiated by his work on Marx Sraffa Marshall Jevons and Wicksteed. His contributions to economic theory include his work on time international trade capital theory and growth and distribution. This collection reflects the wide ranging interests of Ian Steedman and is a tribute to his outstanding contributions.</p><p>This edited collection brings together twenty two new essays by distinguished economists from around the world. The papers cover a wide range of topics including; international trade – an area in which Steedman has made significant contributions; Sraffa the history of economic thought and theoretical papers – including Faustian Agents and market failure in waste production.</p><p>The essays in this book will be an invaluable source for economists interested in economic theory or in the evolution of economic thought. It will also be of interest to postgraduate and research students in economic theory and the history of economic thought.</p><p><strong>John Vint</strong> is Professor of Economics at Manchester Metropolitan University UK. <strong>J. Stanley Metcalfe</strong> is Professor of Economics at the University of Manchester UK. <strong>Heinz D. Kurz</strong> is Professor of Economics at the University of Graz Austria. <strong>Neri Salvadori</strong> is Professor of Economics at the University of Pisa Italy. <strong>Paul Samuelson</strong> is Professor of Economics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology USA. </p>