| Bibliography: | Beginning with an overview of the methodological strategy of neoclassical economics,the book moves on to provide an introduction to a range of ethical theories that can be used to evaluate the free markets,applying these theories to several trends and economic policies that are the subject of contemporary debate,such as policies that stimulate labor markets participation of parents but reduce time for children;reform that reduce solidarity in the pension system;and development aid to fight world proverty.In addition to illustrating the implications of ethics for economic policy this impressive volume challenges the reader to apply ethical theories to other issues as well. |