The 10 Best Microeconomics Textbooks
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Editor's Notes
April 02, 2020:
We wanted this list to run the gamut from introductory tomes perfect for beginners and undergrads to more advanced selections for the master's student. That's why you'll find fundamental volumes like Microeconomics, 21st Edition, Principles of Microeconomics, and Microeconomics, 5th Edition alongside the likes of Microeconomic Theory, Microeconomic Foundations I, and Microeconomics: Theory and Applications with Calculus.
And while A Very Short Introduction is still a great resource for curious high school seniors and the layperson who wants to know more about what drives the economy, it's not at all comprehensive. With that in mind, we felt something very practical like Microeconomics for Public Decisions would be a great replacement. This text is geared toward advanced students who are planning on entering the public sector and is written with these careers in mind. Having knowledge of microeconomics and how the discipline's theories translate in the real world is essential for many job fields. It's written without mathematical rigor to make it more accessible to students of all skill sets.
Just like with our list of macroeconomic textbooks, we prioritized authoritative texts that use clear examples, relevant data and case studies, use interesting storytelling where appropriate, and boast a multitude of pedagogical tools to enhance the learning process. We also ensured that every book on this list is up to its most current edition.