Austrian Theory And Economic Organization

Author : G. Nell
Publisher : Springer
Page : 247 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2014-08-13
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781137368805

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Austrian Theory and Economic Organization by G. Nell Pdf

The Austrian economic school famously predicted and explained the problems of calculation in a socialist society. With their concept of spontaneous order, they challenged mainstream economists to look beyond simplified static models and consider the dynamic and evolutionary characteristics of social orders. However, many feel that Austrians took their victory too far and became ideologically devoted to laissez-faire. Austrian Theory and Economic Organization is a collection of essays on problems and possibilities in economic organization, written by economists and political scientists with an interest in the dynamic and evolutionary nature of market economies. Each chapter explores areas of potential agreement between Austrian theory, market socialist economics, and other heterodox schools of economic and political science. The collection aims to bridge cultural and political divisions between free market advocates who stress individual rights and left-leaning thinkers who stress social justice and a culture of solidarity.

Author : Nicolai J. Foss,Peter G. Klein
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2002-01-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1843767104

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Entrepreneurship and the Firm by Nicolai J. Foss,Peter G. Klein Pdf

While characteristically "Austrian" economic themes are clearly relevant to the business firm, Austrian economists have said little about management, organization and strategy. The 12 chapters in this work seek to advance the understanding of these issues by drawing on Austrian ideas.

Author : Bruce J. Caldwell,Stephan Böhm
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789401121866

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Austrian Economics: Tensions and New Directions by Bruce J. Caldwell,Stephan Böhm Pdf

When we first invited the group of distinguished scholars represented here to contribute to a new volume on Austrian economics, four themes were stressed: tensions, new directions, selectivity, and criticism. In this brief introduction we will explain why those themes were emphasized and thereby shed light on our intentions and aspirations for the volume. The subtitle "Tensions and New Directions" indicates clearly the intent of the volume desired. If we take the 1871 publication of Carl Menger's Principles of Economics (Grundsiitze der Volkswirthschaftslehre) as mark ing its birth, the Austrian tradition is now well over one hundred years old. The origins of the so-called "Austrian Revival" are more difficult to pinpoint precisely, but many would accept two decades as a reasonable estimate of its lifespan. In any case, since the mid-1970s several collections of articles written by Austrians have been published. The intent of these collections appeared to be to educate, persuade, and inspire various audiences. Uninformed readers needed to be told about the specifics of the Austrian position, to be shown how it differed from and improved upon its rivals. The initiated needed to be reassured that their commitment to a novel program was justified. As such, much of the recent Austrian literature has consisted either of exegetical accounts of the views of past figures, or of critical assessments of the positions of alternative research programs in economics from an Austrian perspective.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Ludwig von Mises Institute
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2024-06-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781610164986

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Austrian School of Economics: A History of Its Ideas, Ambassadors, and Institutions by Anonim Pdf

Author : Roger Koppl
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2008-11-12
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781848553316

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Explorations in Austrian Economics by Roger Koppl Pdf

Features papers presented at the inaugural Wirth Institute Conference on the Austrian School of Economics. This work explores issues in economic policy, applied economics, and pure theory from a variety of perspectives.

Author : Nicolai Foss,Brian Loasby
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 311 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2013-06-17
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781134689781

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Economic Organization, Capabilities and Coordination by Nicolai Foss,Brian Loasby Pdf

The work of G.B. Richardson has given insights into key issues and debates such as markets versus hierarchies, price stability, the economics of information and the concept of competition based upon differentiated firms. This collection encourages further development of Richardson's themes. It will make excellent reading for students looking at the capability or competence approach to the firm, and for all those wishing to familiarise themselves with the work of this important economist.

Author : Guinevere Liberty Nell
Publisher : Springer
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2016-11-26
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781137468390

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The Driving Force of the Collective by Guinevere Liberty Nell Pdf

This book investigates why Austrian economists fail to apply the spontaneous order framework to cooperative relationships – such as a dynamic and evolving public sector – that might complement a thriving market. In direct response to Israel Kirzner's The Driving Force of the Market, Nell challenges traditional Austrian economics by proposing "democratic process theory" as a parallel to market process theory, highlighting the possibilities for an economic organization that harnesses the power of transparent and effective democracy. Keeping in mind the central problems experienced in socialist and capitalist countries due to self-interested political and economic actors, The Driving Force of the Collective highlights the public sector advantages of allowing culture and institutions to evolve endogenously as a spontaneous public sector order.

Author : Murray Rothbard
Publisher : Ludwig von Mises Institute
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781610161664

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Review of Austrian Economics, Volume 7 by Murray Rothbard Pdf

Author : Peter J. Boettke,Christopher J. Coyne
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 656 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2015-09-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780190259273

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The Oxford Handbook of Austrian Economics by Peter J. Boettke,Christopher J. Coyne Pdf

The Austrian School of Economics is an intellectual tradition in economics and political economy dating back to Carl Menger in the late-19th century. Menger stressed the subjective nature of value in the individual decision calculus. Individual choices are indeed made on the margin, but the evaluations of rank ordering of ends sought in the act of choice are subjective to individual chooser. For Menger, the economic calculus was about scarce means being deployed to pursue an individual's highest valued ends. The act of choice is guided by subjective assessments of the individual, and is open ended as the individual is constantly discovering what ends to pursue, and learning the most effective way to use the means available to satisfy those ends. This school of economic thinking spread outside of Austria to the rest of Europe and the United States in the early-20th century and continued to develop and gain followers, establishing itself as a major stream of heterodox economics. The Oxford Handbook of Austrian Economics provides an overview of this school and its theories. The various contributions discussed in this book all reflect a tension between the Austrian School's orthodox argumentative structure (rational choice and invisible hand) and its addressing of a heterodox problem situations (uncertainty, differential knowledge, ceaseless change). The Austrian economists from the founders to today seek to derive the invisible hand theorem from the rational choice postulate via institutional analysis in a persistent and consistent manner. Scholars and students working in the field of History of Economic Thought, those following heterodox approaches, and those both familiar with the Austrian School or looking to learn more will find much to learn in this comprehensive volume.

Author : Guinevere Liberty Nell
Publisher : Springer
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2016-04-30
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781137368843

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Austrian Economic Perspectives on Individualism and Society by Guinevere Liberty Nell Pdf

Can we improve upon both the free market and nationalization? Market socialist and other heterodox exploration of cultural and social factors can help answer this question using Austrian economic theory. This volume brings together economists and political scientists specializing in evolutionary change and spontaneous order. Spontaneous order and other Austrian theories are complemented by the consideration of cultural, social and communal interaction. Austrian Economic Perspectives on Individualism and Society bridges the gap between free market advocates stressing individual rights and individualistic culture, and left-leaning thinkers who stress social justice and a culture of social solidarity, or collectivism.

Author : Thomas C. Taylor
Publisher : Ludwig von Mises Institute
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Austrian school of economics
ISBN : 9781610164245

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An Introduction to Austrian Economics by Thomas C. Taylor Pdf

Author : University College at Buckingham,Institute for Humane Studies
Publisher : Kansas City [Kan.] : Sheed Andrews and McMeel
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1978
Category : Austrian economics
ISBN : UCAL:B4149613

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New Directions in Austrian Economics by University College at Buckingham,Institute for Humane Studies Pdf

Papers presented at a symposium sponsored by the University College at Buckingham and the Institute for Humane Studies, and held at Windsor Castle Sept. 1976. Includes bibliographical references and index.

Author : Peter G. Klein
Publisher : Ludwig von Mises Institute
Page : 261 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Austrian school of economics
ISBN : 9781610165228

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The Capitalist & The Entrepreneur by Peter G. Klein Pdf

Author : Daniel J. D'Amico,Adam G. Martin
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2019-10-28
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781789739350

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Assessing Austrian Economics by Daniel J. D'Amico,Adam G. Martin Pdf

Here, leading economists explore whether Austrian economics is still relevant today. Starting with Peter Boettke’s lead essay, “What is Wrong with Austrian Economics?”, chapters include an array of perspectives responding to this question, ranging from economics, to intellectual history, to political science, and to philosophy.

Author : Guinevere Liberty Nell
Publisher : Palgrave Macmillan
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2014-11-19
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1137371404

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Austrian Economic Perspectives on Individualism and Society by Guinevere Liberty Nell Pdf

Can we improve upon both the free market and nationalization? Market socialist and other heterodox exploration of cultural and social factors can help answer this question using Austrian economic theory. This volume brings together economists and political scientists specializing in evolutionary change and spontaneous order. Spontaneous order and other Austrian theories are complemented by the consideration of cultural, social and communal interaction. Austrian Economic Perspectives on Individualism and Society bridges the gap between free market advocates stressing individual rights and individualistic culture, and left-leaning thinkers who stress social justice and a culture of social solidarity, or collectivism.