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Niall Kishtainy is a British economist and writer. He has taught economics at the London School of Economics and worked as a policy adviser for the United Nations.
Known for: A Little History of Economics
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A Little History of Economics
A Little History of Economics offers a concise and engaging overview of the development of economic thought from ancient times to the modern era. Written by Niall Kishtainy, it introduces key economists and ideas—from Adam Smith and Karl Marx to John Maynard Keynes and beyond—explaining how their theories shaped our understanding of markets, money, and society. The book is part of Yale University Press’s 'Little Histories' series, designed to make complex subjects accessible to general readers.
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The Ancient Roots of Economic Thought
Our journey begins in the marketplaces of ancient Greece, where Aristotle observed the rhythms of trade and production. He saw economics not as a science but as a branch of ethics — the study of how people should live together. For Aristotle, wealth had a natural purpose: it should serve the good li...
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From Mercantilism to the Birth of Modern Economics
With the voyages of discovery and the rise of nation-states in early modern Europe, the focus shifted to national wealth. The mercantilists believed that power flowed from gold and silver, that trade was a zero-sum game where one nation’s gain was another’s loss. Governments sought to hoard bullion,...
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About Niall Kishtainy
Niall Kishtainy is a British economist and writer. He has taught economics at the London School of Economics and worked as a policy adviser for the United Nations. His writing focuses on making economic ideas understandable and relevant to a broad audience.
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