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This fourth edition of Public Economics provides a comprehensive yet easy-to-read introductory text to the study of public economics within a South African and Southern African context. The book includes additional self-assessment exercises and interesting comments in each chapter which emphasize topical issues. It has also been updated to feature the latest in SA economic policy.
This text investigates the fundamental principles of public economics and their specific application within the fiscal and political landscape of South Africa and the Southern African region. The authors, Black, Calitz, and Steenkamp, utilize their academic expertise to synthesize complex economic theories into an accessible framework for students. By integrating current economic policy data and regional case studies, the book provides a structured approach to understanding government intervention, taxation, and public expenditure in a developing economy context.
What You Will Find
This text is widely recognized as a foundational resource for students navigating the specific economic landscape of Southern Africa. Experts highlight the book's utility in bridging the gap between abstract economic theory and the practical realities of regional policy implementation.
Page Count:
324
Publication Date:
2009-04-15
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0195989562
ISBN-13:
9780195989564
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