Partha Dasgupta

Partha Dasgupta is an Indian-British economist who is Frank Ramsey Professor Emeritus of Economics at the University of Cambridge and one of the world's most distinguished economists. He was knighted for his services to economics and has made foundational contributions to welfare economics, development economics, and the economics of the environment. Economics offers an accessible introduction to economic thinking, designed for readers who want to understand how economists think about the world. Dasgupta covers fundamental concepts from scarcity and markets to institutions and the environment, all while maintaining the intellectual depth that has characterised his academic career. The audiobook and book versions offer listeners and readers an authoritative, accessible introduction to economics from one of the discipline's most respected figures. Dasgupta's work appeals to students, curious readers, and anyone who wants a rigorous but readable guide to economic thinking.