Can’t We Just Print More Money?: Economics in Ten Simple Questions

Expertly informative and delightfully humorous, the Bank of England offers a fast-paced summary of the economy, demystifying complex concepts in a concise and engaging manner.

This book is accessible, authoritative and surprisingly witty. Providing a condensed lesson on economics and its importance.

How come all our clothes are made in Asia? Why do we all have so much more money nowadays compared to our great-great-grandparents? And what actually is money? 

The economy influences everything from our daily expenses to long-term investments. Unfortunately, many lack an understanding of its inner workings. Whether you're buying lunch, looking for a job, or applying for a mortgage, the thing we call 'the economy' is going to set the terms. A pity, then, that many of us have no idea how the economy actually works.

That's where this book comes in. The Bank of England is Britain's most important financial institution, responsible for printing money, regulating banks and keeping the economy running smoothly. Now, the Bank's team take you inside their hallowed halls to explain what economics can - and can't - teach us about the world. Along the way, they offer intriguing examples of econ in action: in financial crises and Freddo the Frog prices, growth stages and workers' wages.