"Economics of Social Issues" originated the social issues approach to teaching basic economic principles and has garnered a loyal user following for its timely and impartial handling of current social issues that dominate the news. The primary objectives of the book are to create student interest in the study of economics and provide a framework of basic analytical tools useful in the understanding of social issues. This edition provides fresh perspectives on current societal trends and public debates to stimulate classroom discussion and help students learn the important basic principles of economics. Each chapter presents economic concepts then places them within the context of current issues facing society.

“社会问题经济学”开创了教授基本经济原则的社会问题方法，并因其及时、公正地处理当前主导新闻的社会问题而赢得了忠实用户的追捧。本书的主要目标是培养学生对经济学研究的兴趣，并提供一个基本的分析工具框架，有助于理解社会问题。这一版本提供了当前社会趋势和公共辩论的新视角，以激发课堂讨论，帮助学生学习经济学的重要基本原理。每一章介绍经济概念，然后把它们放在当前社会面临的问题的背景下。