Written in an informal colloquial style, this student-friendly Principles of Macroeconomics textbook does not sacrifice intellectual depth in its quest for accessibility. The author’s primary concern is to instill economic sensibility in the student. Colander emphasizes the intellectual and historical context to which the economic models are applied. Distinguishing features found within Colander’s text are:

Cutting Edge and ModernColloquial Style NarrativeFocus on PolicyEmphasis on the Importance of Institutions and HistoryFocus on Modeling: Economics is a method of reasoning, not truths.Presents Alternative Perspectives in Economics