The economy is central to all our lives, but for many of us it is shrouded in mystery. Why do house prices rise and stock markets fall? How does it affect us when interest rates go up, and why? What is deflation, and is it worse than inflation? Does a budget deficit matter? Why do some countries appear to be condemned to permanent poverty?
Free Lunch is a guide to economics organized like a convivial meal with friends and will guide you through these mysteries, leaving you nourished and enlightened. Your guides will include some of the great names in economics, including Smith, Ricardo, Marx and Keyenes. David Smith is Economics Editor of the Sunday Times.