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About the Author
Robert Graham is a Professor of Economics at Hanover College where he regularly teaches managerial economics, microeconomics, and statistics.
Since earning his doctorate at the University of Illinois, Rob has published articles on a wide range of topics including agricultural mechanization and the usefulness of economic theory. His current research focuses on the institutions associated with a market economy.
Rob’s hobbies include bicycle riding and running, which leads to an annual trip to Boston each April.
Dedication
To my parents who provided the encouragement and support that led me to take my first economics course. And to my wife Susan and children Nicholas, Matthew, and Catherine. Their love and support is always there, even when they endure the externalities of having an economist for a husband/father.
Author’s Acknowledgments
I am very grateful to my project editor, Kelly Ewing. Her advice and patience made an intimidating project and deadline manageable and enjoyable. More importantly for you, the reader, her editing greatly improves the readability of the book.
I have benefitted from the comments of several reviewers who spotted weak explanations and offered insight on those explanations may be improved. Having their advice and suggestions has led to greater clarity.
Special thanks to Acquisitions Editor David Lutton. His early direction helped me understand the For Dummies style and provided a quick start for the book.
I’m indebted to my agent, Grace Freedson, who first introduced me to this project. In addition, Grace handles all the technical aspects associated with publishing letting me use my time in the way I most enjoy — writing.
Finally, thanks to my students. Their suggestions and feedback have strengthened my presentation of difficult concepts.