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“The creator of the field of experimental economics has crafted a superbly written two volume treatise that reads like a novel. Like all great novels, it contains one great character: the classical liberal Smith, himself.” (Steve H. Hanke, The Johns Hopkins University, USA)

“Combines personal and professional reflections with 20th century economic history.  Economics and philosophy in a life of intellect, curiosity, enthusiasm, and purpose.” (Lynne Kiesling, Purdue University, USA)



“Read A Life, absorb its lessons, and strive to follow its example--be a life-long learner.” (Peter Boettke, University Professor of Economics and Philosophy, George Mason University, USA)



A Life filled with reflexive self-questioning, and a commitment to activism on behalf of racial, social and political equality.” (Peter McLaren, Distinguished Professor in Critical Studies, Chapman University, USA; Chair Professor, Northeast Normal University, China)



“Smith’s fascinating tale will resonate with all who are willing to let observation and experience change their minds—essential reading for aspiring scholars.” (Shyam Sunder, Yale University, USA)



“I felt privileged to consume this beautiful tome, and be charmed by its author on every page.” (Thomas Hazlett, Hugh H. Macaulay Endowed Professor of Economics, Clemson University, USA)



“Drug store delivery boy at age 12, activist in Congress of Racial Equality, Vernon’s life is simple, humble, unpretentious and with a bias toward honesty and justice.” (Robert Trivers, Evolutionary theorist, sociobiologist, 2007 Crafoord Prize winner and author, Wild Life)



“Vernon’s opinions are provocative. They were formed in a lifetime of extraordinary achievements and insights, and a deeply humanistic attitude.” (Andreas Ortmann, Professor of Experimental and Behavioural Economics , School of Economics, UNSW Business School, Australia)



“A 90-year journey froma one-room school in Kansas through scientific discovery with a fairy-tail ending.” (Charles Holt, A. Willis Robertson Professor of Political Economy, University of Virginia, USA)



“Every young creative economist should read, and the deadwood in academia shun, this memoir.” (Herbert Gintis, Santa Fe Institute, USA)




  • Format: pdf
  • ISBN: 9783319984049
  • Publisher: PALGRAVE MACMILLAN
  • Author: Vernon L. Smith
  • Ean Code: 9783319984049
  • Book type: E-book
  • Language: English
  • DRM: Watermark
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