The Nature of Economies

From the revered author of the classicThe Death and Life of Great American Citiescomes a new book that will revolutionize the way we think about the economy. Starting from the premise that human beings "exist wholly within nature as part of natural order in every respect," Jane Jacobs has focused her singular eye on the natural world in order to discover the fundamental models for a vibrant economy. The lessons she discloses come from fields as diverse as ecology, evolution, and cell biology. Written in the form of a Platonic dialogue among five fictional characters,The Nature of Economiesis as astonishingly accessible and clear as it is irrepressibly brilliant and wisea groundbreaking yet humane study destined to become another world-altering classic.

Jane Jacobs is the author of several books, including the classic <i>The Death and Life of Great American Cities</i>, which redefined urban studies and economic policy, and the bestselling <i>Systems of Survival</i>. She lives and works in Toronto.