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Summary
Summary
The Art and Practice of Economics Research provides an in-depth look into the research methods of leading economists from across the United States and Europe. This innovative volume contains 25 interviews with practicing economists, presenting insightful personal accounts into an often-misunderstood field.
Contributors to this volume were asked to reflect on their own experience in economics research, including their methods of working, the process of scientific discovery and knowledge creation, and the challenges of successfully disseminating their work. The unique and compelling interview format showcases each contributor's personal connection to his or her work, presenting a view of current economics research that is technical, comprehensive, and refreshingly human.
Both students and current scholars in economics will find much to admire in this book's window into the inner workings of some of the brightest and best-known minds in the field. This volume also makes a great companion to the author's 2010 book, The Heart of Teaching Economics , which showcases the personal experiences of teachers and professors of economics.
Author Notes
Simon W. Bowmaker, Clinical Associate Professor of Economics, New York University, US
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Choice Review
This volume consists of 25 interviews with some of today's most successful and eminent economic researchers. Most interviews include the same set of questions to the interviewees: what prompted them to become economists, where do they get ideas, how do they manage time, how do they deal with rejected papers, and what is the role of coauthors, journals, seminars, research assistants, and funding? The interviewees are as diverse in their answers as in their fields, ages, institutions, and gender, but all have or had a dedication to economic research that borders on obsession. Also, all have the ability to connect with other researchers, a necessary talent because economic research is social. Some say a desire to make a difference motivates them, while others claim enjoyment of problem solving is key. A few acknowledge quest for prestige was once important. Bowmaker (New York Univ.) has produced a fascinating book for a wide audience: graduate students will find insight on what is needed for a successful research career, established researchers can see how others respond to the challenges of research, and the masses of economists not focused on research will get a glimpse of life at the top. Summing Up: Highly recommended. Upper-division undergraduates and up. R. E. Schenk emeritus, Saint Joseph's College (IN)
