Recent Developments in Behavioral Economics (International Library of Critical Writings in Economics)

This book comprises, in one compact volume, cutting-edge research in behavioral economics and economic psychology, published mainly during the past five years. The judicious selection of articles examines the subject from a variety of perspectives and includes papers on the historical origins and methodologies of behavioral economics; rational choice in childhood; behavioral aspects of saving, risk and investment; effort, pay and poverty; seeking happiness; and social norms and culture. The editor has written an original introduction which illuminates and complements his choice.Recent Developments in Behavioral Economics (International Library of Critical Writings in Economics), was published 2007 under ISBN 9781845424060 and ISBN 1845424069.