Economic and other outcomes differ vastly among individuals, groups, and nations. Many explanations have been offered for the differences. Some believe that those with less fortunate outcomes are victims of genetics. Others believe that those who are less fortunate are victims of the more...

This book consists of three parts: In the first one, various theoretical models of discrimination are explored. In particular, some crucial assumptions of some of the pioneering models by Gary Becker and Lester Thurow are examined. The second part consists of three essays that examine the...

Why regulate -- Explaining regulation -- Regulatory strategies -- Who regulates? Institutions and structures -- What is 'good' regulation? -- The cost-benefit testing of regulation -- Enforcing regulation -- Setting standards -- Self-regulation -- Regulating risks -- Regulation in the European...