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Economics and Economic History in Science Fiction

In: Essays in Economic History

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  • Ari J. Officer

    (University of Illinois at Chicago)

  • Lawrence H. Officer

    (University of Illinois at Chicago)

Abstract

With the study of thought experiments and counterfactual analysis already established in economic history, science fiction provides additional material to enhance our understanding of the past and present. Science fiction is especially useful to challenge assumptions and expose flaws in economic policy. The chapter reviews science-fiction literature and film, analyzing their historical context and drawing parallels to economic history. While science fiction is known to predict what could be, it can serve policymakers in warning what might go wrong.

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  • Ari J. Officer & Lawrence H. Officer, 2022. "Economics and Economic History in Science Fiction," Springer Books, in: Essays in Economic History, chapter 0, pages 479-523, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:sprchp:978-3-030-95925-8_24
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-95925-8_24
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