Keynes, Knowledge and Uncertainty

by Sheila C. Dow (Editor)

In Keynes, Knowledge and Uncertainty, the economics and philosophy of J.M. Keynes are placed in relation to contemporary ideas on economic theorising, demonstrating the prescience of his thought while also opening up further possibilities for adapting, developing and applying his ideas. Bringing together the work of many leading figures in the fields of Keynes studies and epistemology, this volume of essays strengthens the foundations of Post Keynesian economics and includes constructive developments in the theory of uncertainty and its application.

448 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1995

About the author

Sheila C. Dow is Emeritus Professor of Economics at the University of Stirling, Scotland, Adjunct Professor of Economics at the University of Victoria, Canada, a member of the Academic Council of the Institute for New Economic Thinking and a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences.

Her main academic focus is on the history of economic thought (focusing on Hume, Smith and Keynes). While her career has primarily been in academia, she has held positions with the Bank of England and the Government of Manitoba, and as special advisor on monetary policy to the UK Treasury Select Committee.

Her recent books include Foundations for New Economic Thinking (2012), and co-edited volumes The General Theory and Keynes for the 21st Century (2018) and Money, Method and Post-Keynesian Economics (2018).