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Economics for Beginners

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Economics for Beginners by Andrew Prentice and Lara Bryan explores the fundamental concepts of economics in an engaging and accessible way. It breaks down complex ideas into simple explanations, with illustrations and examples to help readers understand how economics affects everyday life. Ideal for those new to the subject, it provides a solid foundation in economic principles and the various factors that influence markets and decision making.
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If you're curious about the fundamental concepts of economics and want a clear, engaging introduction, this book may appeal to you. With explanations that are easy for beginners to grasp, it makes complex ideas accessible and fun, perfect for students or anyone new to the subject.

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Nobody has everything they need, all the time – so how can we make do with what we have? Economics is all about understanding the choices we make to solve this problem. With bright infographics, this informative book describes why markets are so important, how businesses work out what to sell, and how governments choose how to run a country.

A highly illustrated introduction, for complete beginners.

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Economics for Beginners is a highly illustrated introduction, perfect for complete beginners.

Nobody has everything they need, all the time – so how can we make do with what we have? Economics is all about understanding the choices we make to solve this problem.

With bright, infographic pictures, this informative book describes why markets are so important, how businesses work out what to sell, and how governments choose how to run a country.

Includes Usborne Quicklinks to specially selected websites for more information.

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Economics for Beginners is praised as an excellent resource for young readers, introducing them to complex economic concepts in an engaging and accessible manner. The book effectively simplifies the subject, making it approachable for its intended audience.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781474950688

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 April 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Federico Mariani

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 185.0mm

Height: 248.0mm

Weight: 530g

Pages: 128

About the Author

Lara has been learning how to grow a book since 2016, following a degree in English and Italian at Oxford and teaching jobs in Italy and Myanmar. From explaining how economics works, to inventing boredom-busting activities, to telling a good dragon yarn, she's enjoyed every minute of the job.

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