Economics - General & Miscellaneous, General & Miscellaneous Law, Mathematical Modeling - Economics, Legal Methodology & Language

Principles and Methods of Law and Economics: Basic Tools for Normative Reasoning

Name: Principles and Methods of Law and Economics: Basic Tools for Normative Reasoning
Author: Nicholas L. Georgakopoulos
ISBN: 9780521534116

by Nicholas L. Georgakopoulos

Available on Bookshop Write a review

Books.org participates in affiliate programs including Bookshop.org and the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. We may earn a commission from qualifying purchases made through links on this page, at no additional cost to you.

Overview

This is an introductory book that targets the reader who aspires to apply economic analysis but seeks a technical introduction to its mathematical techniques or a structured elaboration of its philosophical principles. It juxtaposes economic analysis with moral philosophy, political theory, egalitarianism, and other methodological principles. It then presents the details of methods such as model building, derivatives, differential equations, statistical tests, and the use of computer programs.

Synopsis

The book juxtaposes economic analysis with moral philosophy, political theory, egalitarianism, and other methodological principles.

About the Author, Nicholas L. Georgakopoulos

Nicholas Georgakopoulos is Professor of Law at Indiana University School of Law. He received his master's and doctorate from Harvard Law School, where he specialized in finance and the regulation of financial markets. His publications are cited prominently, including citations by the US Supreme Court and the Securities Exchange Commission.