Sir Arthur Lewis A Biography
“Sir Arthur Lewis: A Biography” by P. Mosley, published by Palgrave Macmillan UK on November 14, 2013, offers an in-depth exploration of the life and achievements of Sir Arthur Lewis. This biography details his groundbreaking role as the first development economist and the first Afro-Caribbean to hold a professorial chair at a British university, alongside being the first black man to win the Nobel Prize for economics. The book emphasizes his belief that his social and political activism was as significant as his contributions to economic theory.
Readers will find a comprehensive examination of Lewis’s impact on economic history and development, particularly in the context of the Americas. The biography delves into his commitment to the well-being of the poor, highlighting the intersection of his economic theories with his advocacy for social change. Spanning 342 pages, this edition presents a thorough account of Lewis’s life and work, making it a valuable resource for those interested in economics, development, and the historical context of his contributions.
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Sir Arthur Lewis was the first development economist, the first Afro-Caribbean to hold a professorial chair at a British university and the first black man to win the Nobel prize for economics. However, he believed his contributions to the well-being of the poor through social and political activism were as important as his economics.
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