WHO GETS WHAT--AND WHY The New Economics of Matchmaking and Market Design

Roth explores economics through the concepts of matchmaking and market design to provide an intriguing exploration of ways to improve market economies. Narrator Peter Berkrot uses emphasis to help listeners better understand the complicated theories. His voice also has a level of energy--even enthusiasm--that aids in processing the material. Roth explains how various nontraditional markets are using matchmaking to improve such activities as organ donation, the selection of schools, and medical residencies. He also addresses how a variety of dysfunctional markets can be improved by employing state-of-the-art matchmaking principles. L.E. © AudioFile 2015, Portland, Maine [Published: SEPTEMBER 2015]