
The History of Economics in 25 Scenes
Marek Wenta · 2026
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**What if the history of economics could be understood not through formulas, but through stories?** *The History of Economics in 25 Scenes* takes the reader on a journey through the development of economic thought — from the early Greek philosophers to modern debates about markets, risk, time and power. Instead of abstract theory, each chapter unfolds as a clear and accessible narrative. Ideas appear in context. Thinkers emerge from real historical situations. Concepts that often seem technical become understandable and practical. **This is not a textbook filled with equations.** It is a structured guide to how economic thinking evolved — and why it still shapes everyday life. Across twenty-five carefully constructed scenes, you will discover: • how scarcity turns desire into choice • why exchange connects strangers • how risk and time influence every decision • how institutions shape prosperity • how economic ideas continue to shape the modern world Written in a clear and reflective style, this book is designed for thoughtful readers who want to understand economics without academic jargon. If you want to see how ideas shape societies — and how they shape your own decisions — this book offers a coherent and engaging path through centuries of thought.
Book details
- Year
- 2026
- Language
- English
- Series
- Library of Ideas
- Publisher
- Library of Ideas
- Editions
- 2
- Pages
- 120
- ISBN
- 9798250105217
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