Sir Arthur Lewis: A Biography (Great Thinkers in Economics)
Sir Arthur Lewis: A Biography in the Great Thinkers in Economics series presents the economist’s life and work alongside his social and political activism. The listing describes Lewis as a pioneering development economist and notes his distinction as the first Black man to win the Nobel Prize in economics.
At a glance
- Biography of Sir Arthur Lewis, identified in the listing as a development economist and Nobel laureate.
- The description also emphasizes Lewis’s social and political activism for the well-being of the poor.
- Part of the Great Thinkers in Economics series.
Reference price: $129.99
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros
- The described scope connects Lewis’s economic contributions with his activism, giving the biography a broader focus than economics alone.
- The listing provides a 352-page length and identifies the publisher and publication date.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Palgrave Macmillan |
|---|---|
| Publication date | November 14, 2013 |
| Edition | 2013th |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 352 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0230553583 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0230553583 |
| Dimensions | 5.6 x 1.1 x 8.6 inches |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 1.3 pounds |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers researching Sir Arthur Lewis and the history of development economics.
- Readers interested in the relationship between economic thought and social or political activism.
- Libraries or academic readers seeking an English-language biography in the Great Thinkers in Economics series.
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Frequently asked questions
What is this book about?
The description presents it as a biography of Sir Arthur Lewis, covering his work as an economist and his social and political activism.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 352 pages.
What language is the listed edition?
The product details identify the language as English.
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