Georg Münstermann

Broadens your understanding of economics

Revisado: 09-21-23

What a great book. The variable of identity is very much underrepresented in the field of economics and gets some redemption here. A follow-up to this book a decade later would be very welcome.

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Should be on every Economists reading list

Revisado: 09-12-23

Econ 101 readings tend to leave people with a certain image of the world (which has a lot of truth in it). Yet it misses some important nuances and downsides. This book is, therefore, a very nice read for everyone but especially economists. In a way, it allows you to see the discussion about (free) markets as a two-handed instead of one-handed one.

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Allows for some true reflection on life

Revisado: 06-30-23

Every now and then I stumble upon a book that truly enriches my life and allows me to think more critically and clearly. This is one of these books. Especially if you are interested in the never ending discussion about a meritocracy and equality of opportunity vs equality of outcome/result, you should read this book! It will almost certainly enrich your views and sharpen your understanding about one of the most oversimplified matters of our todays discourse.

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Great Listen, but...

Revisado: 06-06-23

Great listen as you would expect from Bernie Sanders. His ideas are truly what can excite people and are (hopefully) the future direction of where things are heading.
Only note from my site: If you have already listened a lot to Bernie Sanders, his speeches, or another book, then maybe this one isn't going to tell you something you don't already know. For e everyone else, especially Americans, please start listening now (and vote for a progressive candidate)

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Much recommended!!

Revisado: 05-21-23

Some of the history chapters in the middle did feel a bit long at times, but in the end, it all came well together. Definitely give it a try.

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Couldn't stop listening!

Revisado: 03-05-23

Just as great as his two more recent ones (Winner Takes All and The Persuader). Give it a try, you will not be disappointed.

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That one here is worth it!

Revisado: 02-02-23

There are a lot of good books by great authors out there. This here is one of them, but to me personally, its even more than that. I've rarely read a book that allowed me to reflect as much on my persuadability and way of talking to people. I learned that you don't win over people by "winning" a fact based argument. You probably push them further away from you. I'm surprised that I liked this book even more than Anand's "Winner Take All", now I'm off to reading one of his earlier books, "The True American". Cheers!

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Fantastic read!

Revisado: 12-13-22

This is one of those great books that asks well-intentioned people to critically access their role in the system and their contribution to the problems we have. Listening to the author itself is a real pleasure too, and made me get his newest audiobook, "The Persuaders" right after this one.

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Short and Good

Revisado: 11-27-22

Much needed read for Economists who get caught up in using certain models for most situations.

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Covers a lot of ground really well!

Revisado: 04-24-22

If you decided to read this book you probably already know a thing or two about Paul Krugman. I have to say he doesn't disappoint in this book. The way he walks you through countless topics, covering everything and yet giving you some details that you likely didn't know before. Some might say its very partisan (and it probably is) but I think he justifies all of his stands. American politics is simply not balanced between Dems and GOP if you go by science and our current understanding of the world. So if you find yourself on the Democrats side, not much new here but still very good. If you are a Republican you might as well give this book a shot and test your own convictions. Not more to say so thanks for reading and have a good day.

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