LEGACIES OF GREAT ECONOMISTS

Starting with the sixteenth century, Professor Taylor introduces the principles of economic theories through the lives of the great economists. Using the abundant examples suggested by the great minds he cites, listeners can capture challenging concepts such as mercantilism, free trade, and supply and demand. As a lecturer, he speaks frenetically, racing through his material at the risk of leaving slow learners behind. Taylor's rapid-fire and near-soprano voice could be distracting to some listeners, or cause them to miss important points in what seems to be an unnecessary rush to include as many facts as possible in the appointed time. J.A.H. (c) AudioFile 2003, Portland, Maine [Published: DEC 03/JAN 04]