Publication: Journal of Economic Education
Volume: Volume 33, No. 4
Issue: Fall 2002
Pages: 367-376
Author(s): William Breit (Trinity University) and Kenneth G. Elzinga (University of Virginia)
Address (Principal Author):William Breit
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Title: Economics as Detective Fiction
Abstract: Economic analysis resembles classic detective fiction, as seen in recent literature where the economist's epistemology, presented in the form of scientific narrative runs parallel to the puzzle-solving process of the mastermind sleuth presented in the form of fictional narrative.
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