What happens in a recession? How does money work? Why do we pay tax? Economics affects every aspects of our lives, from how we get to work to where we spend our money-and big economic ideas continue to shape the world.Written in plain English, The Economics Book is packed with shırt, pithy explanations that cut through the jargon, step-by-step diagrams that untangle knotty theories, classic quotes that make economics memorable, and witty illustrations that enhance and play with our understanding of economics. Whether you're a beginner, a keen student, or an armchair expert, you'll find plaenty to stimulate you within this book.