In this world nothing can be certain, except death and taxes.
-Benjamin Franklin (1789)
Benjamin Franklin's famous quip sums up how many people feel about taxes, but when it comes to economics there are various theories. A great introduction to this subject is to study and understand quotations from some of the greatest economic analysts in history, where even a short sentence can unlock a whole new viewpoint.
Economics in 100 Quotes is a compendium of thoughts from the past two millennia, brought together in the words of economists, politicians and philosophers. These are quotes that will inform, inspire and entertain. Accompanying commentary explores their meaning and reveals the life and work of the people who said them.
