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The Problem of Social Cost

R. H. Coase
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The Problem of Social Cost

Nonfiction | Essay / Speech | Adult | Published in 1960

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R. H. Coase

The Problem of Social Cost

Nonfiction | Essay / Speech | Adult | Published in 1960
Book Details
Pages

74

Format

Essay / Speech • Nonfiction

Publication Year

1960

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Reviews & Readership

4.1

29 ratings

69%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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R. H. Coase's The Problem of Social Cost is celebrated for its pioneering analysis of externalities and property rights, significantly influencing economic and legal scholarship. The text is often praised for its clear argumentation and profound impact. However, some critics find its conclusions too theoretical and challenging to apply practically, leading to debates on its real-world relevance.

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Who Should Read The Problem of Social Cost?

Readers who appreciate economic theory and legal studies will find R. H. Coase's The Problem of Social Cost compelling. This seminal work delves into the Coase theorem and market externalities. Comparable to Freakonomics for its innovative economic insights, it attracts those intrigued by how legal rules affect economic efficiency.

4.1

29 ratings

69%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

74

Format

Essay / Speech • Nonfiction

Publication Year

1960

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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