This text collects some of the most valuable contributions to this rapidly growing field. Ranging from seminal pieces to striking contemporary papers, the readi... » 

This text collects some of the most valuable contributions to this rapidly growing field. Ranging from seminal pieces to striking contemporary papers, the readings in this volume explore the complex intersections between politics and economics from the perspectives of both disciplines. Presenting both the historical roots and recent developments of political economy within a rational choice framework, this includes analyses of institutions, conceptions of the state, agency, and the political process. Basu's introduction connects and synthesizes these diverse pieces, while also discussing other recent advances in the field. It is intended for both undergraduate and graduate students in economics and politics, and may also prove useful for political economy courses. «