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The Economics of Keynes: A New Guide to The General Theory

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This New Guide (cf Hansen's Guide to Keynes, 1953) to The General Theory presents Keynes's magnum opus as a sophisticated Marshallian theory of the competitive equilibrium of the economy as a whole. The author introduces several interpretative innovations to resolve many puzzles presented in the literature of the last 70 years. It is designed to be read in parallel with The General Theory and will allow modern readers to find their bearings before plunging into an in-depth analysis of major themes contained in The General Theory. The key areas in which this New Guide differs from the familiar exposition of current macroeconomics textbooks are clearly identified. The author reaches positive and hopeful conclusions for the development of economic theory and policy.

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  • Mark Hayes, 2006. "The Economics of Keynes: A New Guide to The General Theory," Books, Post Keynesian Economics Society (PKES), number nggt.
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