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Routledge A Brief Prehistory of the Theory of the Firm Book

Name: Routledge A Brief Prehistory of the Theory of the Firm Book
Brand: Routledge
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Understand the origins of economic thought with A Brief Prehistory of the Theory of the Firm. While modern literature on the subject emerged around 1970, this book traces the concepts back much further, providing a clear overview of how these ideas developed over time. This text explores the foundation of the field, starting with the influential work of Ronald Coase and Frank Knight. It also examines the contributions of key economists who increased interest in the firm, including Armen Alchian, Robert Crawford, Harold Demsetz, Michael Jensen, Benjamin Klein, William Meckling, and Oliver Williamson. By covering an impressive timeline that spans from Antiquity, this Routledge publication offers a valuable perspective for students and professionals interested in business and economic history. It provides the necessary context to understand how the current mainstream economic understanding of the firm was built.

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Provides a comprehensive overview of the historical development of the theory of the firm.

Traces economic concepts through an impressive timeline starting from Antiquity.

Covers the essential work of Ronald Coase and Frank Knight regarding economic theory.

Includes insights into the contributions of major economists like Oliver Williamson and Michael Jensen.

Part of the Routledge Studies in the History of Economics series for academic depth.

Offers an accessible look at how mainstream interest in the firm began to grow.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1138488267
Category: Books > Subjects > Business, Finance & Law > Biographies & Histories > Business & Economic History
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 15 May 2018
Listed Since: 19 January 2018

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