Since 1969, 75 people have been awarded the Nobel Prize in Economics.
ÒA Recent History of Recognized
Economic Thought- Contributions of the Nobel Laureates to Economic ScienceÓ describes their major accomplishments in a manner so all readers, regardless of their knowledge of economics, can appreciate the efforts of these scholars and their impact on the development and progress of economic science.
Begin with a brief tour of economic thought and the factors that have influenced economic doctrine from the 16th through the 20th century. Then, for each Nobel Laureate, learn about their background and professional affiliations. Complete your understanding of each LaureateÕs accomplishments with a concise, relatively non-technical summary of their Nobel Prize Lecture.