'In this book, Simon Bowmaker offers a remarkable collection of
conversations with leading economists about research in economics.
He has selected a broad sample of the great economists of our time,
including people whose perspectives span most of the major
subdivisions of economics research, from micro to macro, from
theoretical to empirical, from rationalist to behavioral.' - From
the foreword by Roger B. Myerson, University of Chicago and 2007
Nobel Laureate in Economics 'The Art and Practice of Economics
Research is the book I wish I had when I was ''growing up'' as an
economist. For anyone who is or wants to be an economic researcher,
or anyone just interested in how economics ''works'', this is a
terrific and inspirational resource.' - David K. Levine, Washington
University in St. Louis 'It is hard to imagine an economist in the
world who would not enjoy this book. It is fascinating, gripping,
and full of the wisdom imparted by age and by scholarly life's ups
and downs.' - Andrew J. Oswald, University of Warwick, UK 'Although
each has followed his or her own road, these scholars share a
passion for economics and a commitment to the research enterprise.
The best economists lie sleepless, gripped by their questions.' -
Joshua Angrist, Massachusetts Institute of Technology 'This is a
wonderful book of interviews with some of the most respected
economists in the world. It is full of insights into academic life,
and clearly conveys the joy of doing economics research.' - Jon
Levin, Stanford University 'The relaxed frame of the interviews
gives interested parties exciting insights into the thoughts and
concerns of leading economists and might well inspire some of the
best young minds to continue with economics in their later lives.'
- Ernst Fehr, University of Zurich, Switzerland The Art and
Practice of Economics Research provides an in-depth look into the
research methods of leading economists from across the United
States and Europe. This innovative volume contains 25 interviews
with practicing economists, presenting insightful personal accounts
into an often-misunderstood field. Contributors to this volume were
asked to reflect on their own experience in economics research,
including their methods of working, the process of scientific
discovery and knowledge creation, and the challenges of
successfully disseminating their work. The unique and compelling
interview format showcases each contributor's personal connection
to his or her work, presenting a view of current economics research
that is technical, comprehensive, and refreshingly human. Both
students and current scholars in economics will find much to admire
in this book's window into the inner workings of some of the
brightest and best-known minds in the field. This volume also makes
a great companion to the author's 2010 book, The Heart of Teaching
Economics, which showcases the personal experiences of teachers and
professors of economics.
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