Economics of specific sectors

Just as we learn from, influence, and are influenced by others, our social interactions drive economic growth in cities, regions, and nations--determining where households live, how children learn, and what cities and firms produce.

Much popular belief--and public policy--rests on the idea that those born into poverty have it in their power to escape.

Making Cities Work brings together leading writers and scholars on urban America to offer critical perspectives on how to sustain prosperous, livable cities in today's fast-evolving economy.

Nearly forty percent of humanity lives on an average of two dollars a day or less.

In one of the most provocative books ever published on America's social welfare system, economist Janet Currie argues that the modern social safety net is under attack.

'Original and thought provoking' Gordon Brown'Challenging and hopeful: a groundbreaking guide to the future' Valerie AmosTo thrive in the twenty-first century, we all need to understand the challenges coming our way.

'A must read for all wildlife lovers' Dominic DyerFoxes, buzzards, crows, badgers, weasels, seals, kites - Britain and Ireland's predators are impressive and diverse and they capture our collective imagination.

From a Nobel Prize-winning pioneer in environmental economics, an innovative account of how and why "e;green thinking"e; could cure many of the world's most serious problems-from global warming to pandemicsSolving the world's biggest problems-from climate catastrophe and pandemics to wildfires and corporate malfeasance-requires, more than anything else, coming up with new ways to manage the powerful interactions that surround us.

'One of the most important books of the decade' Country LifeFinally, a practical, realistic plan to rescue, preserve and enhance nature.

From a giant of health care policy, an engaging and enlightening account of why American health care is so expensive-and why it doesn't have to beUwe Reinhardt was a towering figure and moral conscience of health care policy in the United States and beyond.

'Joan Didion at a startup' Rebecca Solnit'Impossibly pleasurable' Jia Tolentino'This is essential reading' StylistAt twenty-five years old, Anna Wiener was beginning to tire of her assistant job in New York publishing.

The seventy years since the end of the Second World War have seen dramatic changes in Britain's cultural, intellectual and political climate.

'Magisterial .

Originally published in 1993, An Agenda for Britain offers a radical vision for the future of Britain and the Labour Party.

We live in the age of big companies where rising levels of power are concentrated in the hands of a few.

#1 bestselling author and acclaimed venture capitalist John Doerr reveals a sweeping action plan to conquer humanity's greatest challenge: climate change.

Learn about species, environments, ecosystems and biodiversity in The Ecology Book.

Statistics and data for the non-specialist*The Collins Academic Skills Series - winner of the ELTon 2014 Innovation in Learner Resources Award.

Renowned industrial expert Geoffrey Owen analyses the complex reasons behind the delayed modernisation of British industry.

A handy, quick-reference guide to thousands of difficult-to-remember or difficult-to-find facts, now in ebook format.

In the latest addition to the New Naturalist series, Ian Newton explores bird populations and what causes their fluctuation - food supplies, competitors, predators, parasites, pathogens and human activity.

First published in 1997 and now available as an ebook.

A book to put the Midlands back on the map.

A rich account of the impact of the Second World War on the lives of people living in the farms and villages of Britain.

Our planet's resources are running out.

Only our limited idea of money is keeping us poor.

The classic bestseller that changed how the world thinks about football'Quite magnificent - a sort of Freakanomics of football.

A trio of experts on high-tech business strategy and innovation reveal the principles that have made platform businesses the most valuable firms in the world and the first trillion-dollar companies.

Winner of the Royal Society Winton Prize for Science Books 2012, the world's leading prize for popular science writing.

From the 'Wired' and 'New York Times Magazine' contributor, a brilliant examination into how the internet is profoundly changing the way we think.

In this practical guide TV farmer Jimmy Doherty imparts his experience and ideas to show you how to achieve the self-sufficient lifestyle and add to your life whether growing for your own pleasure - or profit!

A hard-hitting expose of the overwork culture and modern management techniques that seduce millions of people to hand over the best part of their lives to their employer.

A Michael Moore for the Dot.

A' NO LOGO' for the net Generation - a no-holes barred story of the battle for the control of the internet, that reads like a thriller.

How much do you know about what really goes on at your local supermarket?

In this fascinating follow-up to the bestselling Information is Beautiful and Knowledge is Beautiful, the king of infographics David McCandless uses spectacular visuals to give us all a bit of good news.

With less than twenty species worldwide and only four British and Irish species, the grouse is surprisingly well-known.

In the 20th century humanity consumed products faster than ever, but this way of living is no longer sustainable.

We are bombarded with images of poverty, terrorism, war and collapsing states.

An elegant demolition of the supermarket miracle, this book charts the impact that supermarkets have had on every aspect of our lives and culture.

A counter-blast to the bashing of capitalism and a fresh and bold re-evaluation of the fundamentals that turn genius into hard currency.

Emphasising human-scale, local, sustainable alternatives to globalised industry, Sulak Sivaraksa offers a way to restructure our economy on Buddhist principles and on a basis that will promote personal development.

Was denken Sie, wird möglich, wenn man das Know-how der Allgemeinmedizin mit der altbewährten Naturheilkunde sowie den vielfältigen Möglichkeiten der Alternativmedizin kombiniert?

What if climate change isn t an environmental challenge, but an energy challenge?

Hemp Rising is a meticulously researched and passionately written call to restart industrial hemp as a cornerstone of a regenerative future.

Best books of 2021, Financial Times'Grab some popcorn and take a front row seat, because Robin Wigglesworth has an astonishing story to tell you' Tim Harford, author of How to Make the World Add Up'A fascinating account of an investment revolution' Ian Fraser, Literary Review'A magisterial, delightfully written history offering up portraits of the academic scribblers and entrepreneurial practitioners who created the index-fund revolution' The Wall Street Journal'Wigglesworth has written an important book' Patrick Hosking, Financial Editor, The Times'A terrific read' Gregory Zuckerman, author of The Man Who Solved the Market'A fascinating journey and a crucial book for anyone trying to understand the financial markets' Bradley Hope, author of Billion Dollar Whale---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In Trillions, Financial Times journalist Robin Wigglesworth unveils the vivid secret history of index funds, bringing to life the colourful characters behind their birth, growth and evolution into a world-conquering phenomenon.

You're no idiot, of course.

Take the first step toward a better environment.

An expert helps readers understand what the big economic picture means for their money, and how to respond.

When it comes to the climate, we don't need more marketing or anxiety.