"Essentials of Economics in Context is specifically designed to meet the requirements of a one-semester introductory economics course. It addresses current economic challenges, paying specific attention to issues of inequality, globalization, unpaid work, technology, financialization and climate...

Introduction: the economy and the environment -- Changing perspectives on the environment -- Resources, environment, and economic development -- Economic analysis of environmental issues -- The theory of environmental externalities -- Common property resources and public goods -- Resource...