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Weintraub on the evolution of mathematical economics: a review essay

Authors :
Rosser, Barkley J., JR.
Source :
Journal of Post Keynesian Economics. Summer, 2003, Vol. 25 Issue 4, p575, 15 p.
Publication Year :
2003

Abstract

The implications of the evolution of, mathematical economics ideas presented in Weintraub's 'How Economics Became a Mathematical Science' are discussed. One major issue, is of the nature of formalism and astomatization in mathematical economics, and how this evolution impacts the developments in economics.

Subjects

Subjects :
Economics -- History
Economics -- Criticism and interpretation
Business
Economics

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01603477
Volume :
25
Issue :
4
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Journal of Post Keynesian Economics
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.119537675

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