Social Value: A Study in Economic Theory, Critical and Constructive
Unveiling the Economic Dynamics of Social ValueBy Benjamin M. Anderson
Length5h 32m
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In "Social Value: A Study in Economic Theory, Critical and Constructive," Benjamin M. Anderson offers a penetrating exploration of the concept of social value within the framework of economic theory. Anderson employs a critical yet constructive literary style, weaving together rigorous analysis with philosophical insights, aiming to reconcile the intricacies of social welfare with economic efficiency. The book stands as a significant scholarly contribution to the discourse on value in economics, reflecting the rich intellectual tradition of the early-to-mid 20th century that sought to bridge theoretical constructs with real-world implications. Benjamin M. Anderson, known for his expertise in economics and social philosophy, draws from his extensive academic background and experience in public policy. His engagement with key economic figures and movements, particularly his critique of classical theories, provides a robust context for his inquiry into social value. This work encapsulates Anderson's commitment to understanding how economic constructs impact societal welfare, echoing his belief in the importance of integrating ethical considerations into economic analysis. Readers interested in the intersection of economics and social philosophy will find "Social Value" an essential text. Anderson's clear reasoning and nuanced arguments illuminate the often-overlooked social dimensions of economics, making it a valuable resource for scholars, policymakers, and anyone engaged in the study of economic systems and their implications for society.
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GenreBusiness and Economics
Length5 hrs 32 mins
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Publish dateDec 3, 2019
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Table of contents
1B. M. ANDERSON, Jr., Ph.D.: Instructor in Political Economy Columbia University
2PREFACE
3A NOTE
4ANALYTICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS
5PART I. INTRODUCTION
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6CHAPTER I
7PROBLEM AND PLAN OF PROCEDURE
8PART II. CRITIQUE OF CURRENT VALUE THEORY
9CHAPTER II
10FORMAL AND LOGICAL ASPECTS OF THE VALUE CONCEPT
11CHAPTER III
12VALUE AND MARGINAL UTILITY
13CHAPTER IV
14JEVONS, PARETO AND BÖHM-BAWERK
15CHAPTER V
16DEMAND CURVES AND UTILITY CURVES
17CHAPTER VI
18THE VICIOUS CIRCLE OF THE AUSTRIANS
19CHAPTER VII
20PROFESSOR CLARK'S THEORY OF SOCIAL VALUE
21PART III. THE PRESUPPOSITIONS OF ECONOMIC THEORY
22CHAPTER VIII
23THE PHILOSOPHICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL PRESUPPOSITIONS
24CHAPTER IX
25THE SOCIOLOGICAL PRESUPPOSITIONS
26PART IV. A POSITIVE THEORY OF SOCIAL VALUE
27CHAPTER X
28VALUE AS GENERIC—THE PSYCHOLOGY OF VALUE
29CHAPTER XI
30RECAPITULATION—THE SOCIAL VALUES—FUNCTIONS OF THE VALUE CONCEPT IN ECONOMICS
31CHAPTER XII
32SOCIAL VALUE: THE THEORIES OF URBAN AND TARDE
33CHAPTER XIII
34ECONOMIC SOCIAL VALUE
35CHAPTER XIV
36ECONOMIC SOCIAL VALUE (continued)
37CHAPTER XV
38SOME MECHANICAL ANALOGIES
39CHAPTER XVI
40PROFESSOR SELIGMAN'S PSYCHOLOGICAL DOCTRINE OF THE RELATIVITY OF VALUES
41CHAPTER XVII
42THE THEORY OF VALUE AND THE THEORY OF PRICES
43CHAPTER XVIII
44THE THEORY OF VALUE AND THE THEORY OF PRICES (concluded)
45CHAPTER XIX
46THE THEORY OF VALUE AND THE SOCIAL OUTLOOK—SUMMARY
47PART I: INTRODUCTION
48CHAPTER I
49PROBLEM AND PLAN OF PROCEDURE
50FOOTNOTES:
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