International Economics, 8th edition

Published by Pearson (1 April 2021) © 2022

  • James Gerber San Diego State University

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A principles-­level introduction that's accessible to students of all majors, International Economics uses real-life applications to cover both the macro and micro components of international economics. The text illuminates economic institutions and policies, as well as recent developments in the global economy, without requiring the use of higher-­level math.

The 8th Edition includes a number of enhancements, such as updated tables and graphs, new case studies and revised discussion of relevant topics to keep you up-to-speed on the economic world around you.

Table of contents

PART 1: INTRODUCTION AND INSTITUTIONS

  1. An Introduction to the World Economy
  2. International Economic Institutions Since World War II

PART 2: INTERNATIONAL TRADE

  1. Comparative Advantage and the Gains from Trade
  2. Comparative Advantage and Factor Endowments
  3. Beyond Comparative Advantage
  4. The Theory of Tariffs and Quotas
  5. Commercial Policy
  6. International Trade and Labor and Environmental Standards

PART 3: INTERNATIONAL FINANCE

  1. Trade and the Balance of Payments
  2. Exchange Rates and Exchange Rate Systems
  3. An Introduction to Open Economy Macroeconomics
  4. International Financial Crises

PART 4: REGIONAL ISSUES IN THE GLOBAL ECONOMY

  1. The United States in the World Economy
  2. The European Union: Many Markets into One
  3. Trade and Policy Reform in Latin America
  4. Export-Oriented Growth in East Asia
  5. China and India in the World Economy

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