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This print textbook is available for students to rent for their classes. The Pearson print rental program provides students with affordable access to learning materials, so they come to class ready to succeed. For courses in international economics.  An introduction to international economics through accessible writing and real-life applications  A principles-­level introduction that’s accessible to students of all majors, International Economics uses real-life applications to cover both the macro and micro components of international economics. The text illuminates economic institutions and policies, as well as recent developments in the global economy, without requiring the use of higher-­level math. In addition, the 8th Edition includes a number of enhancements, such as updated tables and graphs, new case studies, and revised discussion of relevant topics to keep students up-to-speed on the economic world around them. 

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Author:   James Gerber
Publisher:   Pearson Education Limited
Imprint:   Pearson Education Limited
Edition:   8th edition
Dimensions:   Width: 19.40cm , Height: 2.20cm , Length: 23.40cm
Weight:   0.820kg
ISBN:  

9781292433998

ISBN 10:   129243399
Pages:   496
Publication Date:   17 May 2022
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order  
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Table of Contents

PART 1: INTRODUCTION AND INSTITUTIONS 1. An Introduction to the World Economy 2. International Economic Institutions Since World War II PART 2: INTERNATIONAL TRADE 3. Comparative Advantage and the Gains from Trade 4. Comparative Advantage and Factor Endowments 5. Beyond Comparative Advantage 6. The Theory of Tariffs and Quotas 7. Commercial Policy 8. International Trade and Labor and Environmental Standards PART 3: INTERNATIONAL FINANCE 9. Trade and the Balance of Payments 10. Exchange Rates and Exchange Rate Systems 11. An Introduction to Open Economy Macroeconomics 12. International Financial Crises PART 4: REGIONAL ISSUES IN THE GLOBAL ECONOMY 13. The United States in the World Economy 14. The European Union: Many Markets into One 15. Trade and Policy Reform in Latin America 16. Export-Oriented Growth in East Asia 17. China and India in the World Economy

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About our author Dr. James Gerber taught Economics at San Diego State University for more than 3 decades. In addition to his role in the Economics Department, at different times he served as the Director of the university’s National Resource Center for Latin American Studies and as the Director of the International Business Program. In 2008 he co-authored the economic history Fifty Years of Change on the US-Mexico Border and his most recent book, A Great Deal of Ruin: Financial Crises since 1929 was published in 2019. His current research is primarily focused on the history of US-Mexico economic relations. He has been a visiting professor in universities in Canada and Mexico.

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