Oded Galor Livres

Focusing on human capital, the book presents an ambitious model that integrates historical economic phases, from Malthusian stagnation to modern growth driven by human capital. It aims to explain the transitions between these eras through an internally generated framework, blending factual analysis with theoretical insights. The work stands out for its comprehensive approach to understanding economic development and demographic shifts throughout history.

Offering a transformative perspective on human advancement, this book presents a compelling narrative that highlights the significant strides our species has made over time. The author, recognized as a leading intellectual, explores themes of progress and optimism, challenging prevailing pessimistic views. Through insightful analysis, the work encourages readers to appreciate humanity's achievements and potential for future growth.

$$a The stunning advances that have transformed human experience in recent centuries are no accident of history - they are the result of universal and timeless forces, operating since the dawn of our species. Drawing on a lifetime's scientific investigation, Oded Galor's ground-breaking new vision identifies these keys to human progress, overturning a host of long-held assumptions and revealing the deeper causes that have shaped the journey of humanity: Education rather than industrialisation; Family size and gender equality as much as inventions and technology; Geography and diversity rather than wars, disease and famine. -- Back cover.

Focusing on discrete dynamical systems, this book explores their application across various fields such as biology, economics, and engineering. It begins with one-dimensional, first-order, linear autonomous systems, detailing methods for analytical solutions and qualitative analysis. Key concepts include the evolution of state variables and the stability of steady-state equilibria. The text progresses to multi-dimensional, nonlinear, and higher-order systems, providing insights into the determinants of their trajectories and the underlying factors that influence system behavior.