Trousson, Raymond / Vercruysse, Jeroom (dir.), Dictionnaire general de Voltaire. (Champion classiques, references et dictionnaires 18) 1272 p. 2020:10 (Champion, FR) <670-9>
ISBN 978-2-38096-016-7 paper ¥7,064.- (税込) EUR 38.00

Dellheim, Judith / Wolf, Frieder Otto (eds.), The Economic Legacy of Eugen Varga. (Luxemburg International Studies in Political Economy) 242 pp. 2025:12 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <758-153>
ISBN 978-3-032-04051-0 hard ¥55,898.- (税込) EUR 219.99

This book explores the legacy of economist Eugen Varga and the continued importance of his life and work. It examines the influence of Marx and Luxemburg on Varga's ideas, particularly his analysis of the capitalist mode of production and his theoretical work on the development of an alternative mode of production. How Varga found limitations in not just his own strongly empirical epistemology, but also in the anti-dialectic Stalinist system are discussed, alongside why these critiques remain relevant in relation to neoliberal theories, inequality, and ecological concerns. Varga's specific notion of the modern state, his political economy analysis, and his position within the Marxist economic tradition are also covered. This book provides insight into the challenges faced when attempting to overcome the capitalist mode of production, as well as the historical limitations of scientific research and how ideas can be corrupted by personal, political, and societal forces. It will be relevant to students and researchers interested in Marxist economics, the political economy, and the history of economic thought.

Marchionatti, Roberto, Economic Theory in the Twentieth Century, An Intellectual History. Volume IV: After the 1970s. Contemporary Developments in Economic Theory. 250 pp. 2025:12 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <758-155>
ISBN 978-3-032-06200-0 hard ¥30,488.- (税込) EUR 119.99

This book, set out over four volumes, provides a comprehensive history of economic thought in the 20th century. Special attention is given to the cultural and historical context behind the development of economic theories, to the leading or peripheral research communities and their interactions or controversies, and a critical appreciation and assessment of theories throughout these times. Volume IV explores economic theory in the age of globalization, between the years from the mid-1970s to the early 2000s. It focuses on efforts to establish a new neoclassical paradigm led by proponents of New Chicago economics, and traces the emergence of alternative research trajectories-including New Keynesians, Behavioral Economics, and Complexity Economics. The volume concludes with an examination of the debate on the financial and economic crisis of 2007-8. Key thinkers discussed include Robert Lucas, George Akerlof, Joseph Stiglitz, Daniel Kahneman and Brian Arthur. This work provides a significant and original contribution to the history of economic thought and gives insight to the thinking of some of the major international figures in economics. It will appeal to students and scholars wishing to further their understanding of the history of economics.

F.ガリアーニ－啓蒙思想時代の経済学者、外交官、哲学者
Patalano, Rosario, Ferdinando Galiani: Economist, Diplomat and Philosopher in the Age of Enlightenment. 611 pp. 2025:12 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <758-156>
ISBN 978-3-032-02792-4 hard ¥33,029.- (税込) EUR 129.99

This book provides unique insight into the intellectual life and economic ideas of Ferdinando Galiani. By placing his work within the development of economic science in the 18th century, it synthesises his ideas and places them within the history of economic thought. The key economic themes within Galiani's work, alongside his innovative methodology, are highlighted to show the originality of his work and the depth of his ideas. A particular focus is given to his work on monetary theory and his contribution to our understanding of the theory of value, the characteristics of monetary systems, the origin of money, and the nature of interest and exchange rates. This book explores the influence of Ferdinando Galiani on both 18th century Europe and modern economics. It will be of relevant to students and researchers interested in monetary policy and the history of economic thought.

〔英語版〕L.ワルラス－経済学者、リベラルな社会主義者
Potier, Jean-Pierre, Leon Walras, Economist and Liberal Socialist: Essays. (Springer Studies in the History of Economic Thought) 410 pp. 2025:12 (Springer, GW) <758-157>
ISBN 978-3-032-04669-7 hard ¥30,488.- (税込) EUR 119.99

This book offers an in-depth exploration of the genesis of Leon Walras's work and its impact on the history of economics. Through a thorough examination of both published and unpublished writings, correspondence, and personal notes, the book reveals new insights into Walras's intellectual evolution and his overall conception of economics. It traces the formation of his theoretical framework, the elements of his "political and social economy," and his aspirations for a "liberal and humanitarian scientific socialism." The book is organized into five parts: Part I investigates the influences shaping Walras's thought, including his relationship with his father, Auguste Walras, and the intellectual legacy of Jean-Baptiste Say. This section also discusses Walras's views on the stages of historical development, reflecting on the industrial and commercial transformations of his time and his framework for categorizing the social and political sciences.Part II examines the development of Walras's general equilibrium theory, the role of free competition within a "pure economy," and the reception of his ideas in Italy and France. It highlights the historical and intellectual context surrounding his theoretical innovations.Part III addresses Walras's approach to the teaching of economics, with a focus on avoiding intellectual rigidity, particularly in France. It explores his work in social and applied economics at Lausanne and his efforts to shape academic resources, such as library acquisitions, to support this vision.Part IV critiques French liberalism, analyzing Walras's responses to figures like Louis Blanc and the Saint-Simonians, and discusses his editorial work with Le Travail, which advocated cooperative approaches.Part V highlights Walras's reformist ideas, including his vision for labor market organization, the state's role in land repurchase to replace taxes, the regulation of public services and natural monopolies, and his ideas on democracy, particularly his campaign for professional representation of interests. This comprehensive analysis appeals to scholars and students of the history of economic thought and anyone interested in understanding the formation and legacy of Walras's work.