Routledge Subjectivism and Objectivism in Economic Thought History

This Routledge scholarly volume examines the fundamental tensions between subjectivism and objectivism throughout the history of economic theory. The book provides an in-depth analysis of influential economists including Adam Smith, Carl Menger, Leon Walras, William Stanley Jevons, Oskar Morgenstern, Ludwig Mises, and Piero Sraffa, exploring how their work reflects diverse subjective and objective elements. By investigating these competing methodological approaches, the volume reveals how both perspectives have shaped economic analysis and offers a reframing of methodology to address core theoretical problems. Compiled by leading members of the Japan Society of History of Economic Thought, this comprehensive overview bridges classical and modern economic thinking, making it essential for students and scholars of economic history seeking to understand the philosophical foundations of economic science.