Senior here, planning on majoring in Economics. Anyone have a clue of what are the most used economics books in college? I'd like to start reading up next summer before I step foot in a lecture.
Sure, I can suggest a few economics textbooks that are often used in college level introductory economics courses:
1. "Principles of Economics" by N. Gregory Mankiw: This is a staple in many colleges for both micro and macroeconomic concepts and is very reader-friendly.
2. "Economics" by Paul Krugman and Robin Wells: Another excellent resource that also covers both micro and macro perspectives, providing real-world examples.
3. "Microeconomics" and "Macroeconomics" by Robert Pindyck and Daniel Rubinfeld: These books go a bit more in-depth, mostly used in Intermediate level courses.
4. "The Economics Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained" by DK: If you're looking for something easier to digest and non-academic to start with, this is a great option.
Just a piece of advice, economics can be a bit abstract, so having a good grasp of mathematical concepts (specifically calculus) can certainly help. Also, keep in mind that reading these books is just a primer - taking the course with a professor and mingling with peers can provide discussions and insights that no book can. Enjoy your reading!
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