The Wealth of Nations: Books 1-5 by Smith, Adam
Considered to be the first modern work of economics, this book provides a detailed analysis of the principles of economics and their application in society.
The General Theory of Employment, Interest, and Money by John Maynard Keynes
This book is a cornerstone of modern economics, and provides a comprehensive theory of how the economy works and how it can be managed.
Economics in One Lesson by Henry Hazlitt
This book is a concise and accessible introduction to the fundamental principles of economics, with a focus on the long-term consequences of economic decisions.
Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner
This book uses economics to explore a wide range of topics, from crime to education, and shows how economic principles can be applied in unexpected ways.
Moneyball by Lewis, Michael
This book tells the story of how the Oakland A's baseball team used economics to compete with larger, better-funded teams, and shows how economic principles can be used in sports.
The Myth of the Rational Market by Justin Fox
This book challenges the popular belief that financial markets are efficient and rational, and explores the ways that emotions, psychology, and politics influence financial decisions.
The Price of Inequality How Today's Divided Society Endangers Our Future by Joseph E. Stiglitz
This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the growing income inequality in the United States and its consequences, and offers solutions to address this important economic issue.
The World is Flat The Globalized World in the Twenty-first Century by Thomas L. Friedman
This book explores the ways that globalization is changing the world economy, and discusses the opportunities and challenges presented by the increasing interconnectedness of the global economy.
The Undercover Economist by Tim Harford
This book uses economics to explain everyday phenomena, from why prices are so high in tourist areas to why waiters earn more than surgeons.
Capital in the Twenty-First Century by Thomas Piketty
This book presents a sweeping history of inequality and its causes, and discusses the implications of rising inequality for the global economy.