Economics in One Lesson: The Shortest and Surest Way to Understand Basic Economics Audiobook

" An excellent book that explains the fundamentals of economics in very understandable terms. This should be required reading for anyone elected to the U.S. Congress. A true classic! "

" Considering I've never been a fan of the study of economics, this book made the process so much more enjoyable. It's amazing what can happen when a journalist writes about the subject rather than an economist. "

" "Economics, as we have now seen again and again, is a science of recognizing SECONDARY consequences. It is also a science of seeing GENERAL consequences. It is the science of tracing the effects of some proposed or existing policy not only on some SPECIAL interest IN THE SHORT RUN, but on the GENERAL interest IN THE LONG RUN." "

" 50% gold + 50% repetition "

" This is a great book. Some really good clear thinking. Occasionally he loses sight of his own zero-sum analysis angle and weak conclusions ensue, but overall it is an excellent dissection and skewering of common economic beliefs and practices that are base on fallacies. It is as relevant now as when it was written decades ago. Maybe more so. "

" Economics and I just don't seem to get along, but this book helped put some of the more common concepts in perspective for me. It is written in plain language, and it can be read quickly so that the reader can glean a broad overview without feeling overwhelmed. "

" Once more into the breach, my friends! We're reading this again this semester for weekly book discussions in my home. This book is a classic, definitely worth rereading! "

" Title says it all. Hazlitt basically tackles a lot of fallacies in popular economic thought - primarily the idea that any sort of gov't favoritism is good. "

" FANTASTIC! All of the politicians that voted YES on the bailout should be forced to read this primer prior to another bailout proposition. Let them learn from the mistakes of yesteryear! "

" An easy to grasp, insightful introduction to economics. "

" Today's politicians needed to read this book, not me. "

" Every thinking person needs to read and re-read this book. "

" Good book for starters, and does justify it's title! "

" An easy read but worthwhile. The first 2 chapters lays a foundation and then then is applied to practical issues. He makes a strong case for capitalism and freedom. "

" Loved this book. Every politician should be required to read this before making more idiotic decisions that compromise the integrity of our economy. A well written book with insightful examples that are still relevant today. "

" This is the classic popular explanation of economics, written by a journalist rather than an economist. Well worth the read. If you don't read any other part of it, read The Lesson. "

" I thought this was one of, if not the best book on economics. I'd highly recommend it to anyone who is interested in this area of study. "

" This is the book that opened my eyes to economic thinking. I knew absolutely nothing of economics before I read this book. Now I'm more passionate about economics than about almost anything else. Very highly recommended. "

" While a bit outdated, provides a good way for those with no knowledge of economics to get a decent foundation in understanding how the economy works (or doesn't work, or shouldn't work). "

" One of the best books ever to get people to start thinking about things from an economic point of view. Available free online, everyone should read this book. "

" This is not the dry textbook you had in school. Hazlit does an excellent job of making economics accessible to everyone. Furthermore, he points out the fallacious Keynesian economics we were taught in school. This is the real free-market economics. "

" Economics in One Lesson is a landmark text. Hazlitt explains sound economics with clarity, precision, and common sense. I highly recommend this book to any citizen concerned about our present state of affairs. "

" Not perfect, but a very good introduction to the classical economic thought which typifies the modern libertarian movement. "

" I can't say that economics is my favorite subject, but I thought I would read this before taking a required economics class. This book really helped. Basic concepts were explained very well. This is a great introduction to the subject. "

" The book is not weighed down with lots of numbers; the author uses practical and understandable examples to illustrate how the economics work and how it is affected by government policies. Well worth reading for a clearer understanding of these muddy waters. "

" This is a really great book that explores basic economics. It is very clear and easy to read. I HIGHLY recommend it for anyone. "

" Every thinking person needs to read and re-read this book. "

" Off with the head of Maynard Keynes! "

" Very interesting approach to describe economics and many widespread fallacies about it - including fixed wages and prices, inflations and export/import policies. Nice to read. "

" I think every citizen should read this book. I learned a lot about economics, but it was simple enough that I didn't consider it burdensome reading. "

" I think the world would be a better place if everyone took the time to read this. Its not the most intriguing book to read, but I do fel like I learned a lot. "

" Title says it all. Hazlitt basically tackles a lot of fallacies in popular economic thought - primarily the idea that any sort of gov't favoritism is good. "

" This is the first book to read, if you want to understand economics. Sowell's "Basic Economics" is the second. "