First published in 1990, this book presents an original and comprehensive overview of Australian economic thought. The authors stress, by way of introduction, the many important innovative contributions Australian economists have made to thought worldwide. As the argument develops, the work of major figures is discussed in detail in addition to the role of different journals and economic societies.

• Cover 2
• Half Title 3
• Title Page 5
• Copyright Page 6
• Original Title Page 9
• Original Copyright Page 10
• Dedication 11
• Table of Contents 13
• List of illustrations 17
• Preface and acknowledgements 19
• 1 Is there an Australian economics? 21
  • The previous histories 21
  • Is there an Australian economics? 26
  • The argument in outline 27
• 2 Rude beginnings: nineteenth century popular political economy 32