The Invisible Hook
The Hidden Economics of Pirates
(Author) Peter Leeson Peter T. Leeson
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Annotation With swashbuckling irreverence and devilish wit, Peter Leeson uncovers the hidden economics behind pirates' notorious, entertaining, and sometimes downright shocking behaviour. It looks at pirate captains like Blackbeard and shows how pirates' search for plunder led them to pioneer remarkable and forward-thinking practices.
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Publisher:
Princeton University Press
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
None
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780691150093
Publish year:
2011
Publish date:
July 25, 2011
Peter Leeson
Peter T. Leeson
Peter T. Leeson is an economist and author known for his book "The Invisible Hook: The Hidden Economics of Pirates." His writing style is engaging and accessible, making complex economic concepts relatable to a wide audience. Leeson's work has contributed to the understanding of how economic principles apply to unconventional settings.