Description
- ISBN-10: 9780387291741
- ISBN-13: 978-0387291741
- Edition: 2006th
- Publisher: Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
- Publication date: 13 April 2006
- Language: English
- Dimensions: 15.6 x 1.27 x 23.39 cm
- Print length: 198 pages
Discover the groundbreaking work of Jacob Mincer, a true pioneer of modern labor economics, in this insightful biography. Mincer, a recipient of prestigious awards like the Jacob Mincer Award and the IZA Award in Labor Economics, revolutionized the field by applying microeconomic principles with rigorous theoretical models and empirical analysis. His contributions transformed labor economics from a sub-field into a major discipline, setting a standard for economic modeling. This book explores Mincer’s significant achievements and his role as a principal architect of modern labor economics, making it essential reading for economists, students, and anyone interested in the evolution of economic thought. A must-read from The Bookish Owl for serious economic minds.