Denis O'Brien has made an outstanding contribution to economics, and the history of economic thought in particular. This selection of original essays, by a distinguished group of contributors, pays tribute to his work in the areas of the history of economic analysis and methodology.The book opens with a preface by R.D. Collison Black which is followed by a biographical introduction to Denis O'Brien's career and his contributions to economics, including a full list of his publications. The authors then explore areas where Denis O'Brien has made an important mark: classical economics, the history of monetary economics, Marshall and microeconomics, and economic methodology.
This book will be welcomed by academics and students of economic history, the history of economic thought and methodology.