Description
This book explains how changes in both the market and the government have made public finance a more challenging, interesting and at times frustrating branch of economics. It provides a cosmopolitan perspective and details the part that historical developments have played in shaping modern views. The author explores the real life, practical nature of public finance and de-emphasizes the role of armchair theorizing by focusing on real issues that are seen from a community rather than an individualistic perspective.
The Advanced Introduction to Public Finance offers a fresh look at the field for students, researchers and policymakers in economics, public administration, taxation, policy and economic history.
About the Author
Vito Tanzi, Honorary President, International Institute of Public Finance, Munich, Germany
Reviews
'The book is successful in presenting the advanced introduction to public finance to all diversified readers in a lucid way because the book focuses on ideas rather than techniques throughout. The author must be congratulated and thanked for this important contribution and Edward Elgar for publishing this book for the benefit of global readers.' -- M R Narayana, Aarthika Charche
'This wonderful book takes the reader through the intricacies of public finance with a simple and yet comprehensive approach. It explains institutional and historical aspects of government intervention in the economy, and it clarifies fundamental concepts in public economics. It reflects the deep knowledge of a leading economist who spent his life studying fiscal policy and advising governments throughout the world.'
--Guido Tabellini, Bocconi University, Italy
Book Information
ISBN 9781789907018
Author Vito Tanzi
Format Paperback
Page Count 200
Imprint Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd
Publisher Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd