Subjectivism in Economics and Philosophy

Re-orientating Economic Theory

Karl Mittermaier (University of the Witwatersrand)

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English

Bristol University Press
29 May 2025

Economic theory & philosophy; Economic history; Philosophy of science

Available open access digitally under CC-BY-NC-ND licence.

Following on from The Hand Behind the Invisible Hand and A Realist Philosophy of Economics, this new book drawn from Karl Mittermaier's writings examines the intricate relationship between economic theory and real-world economic experiences.

Despite the centrality of subjectivism in both philosophy and economics, these fields have often overlooked each other's insights. Mittermaier challenges this disconnect, advocating for a shift from deterministic models to a more reflective approach in economics. He examines the historical, methodological and philosophical dimensions of economic theory, highlighting its struggle to connect economic theory to empirical data and individuals' lived experiences.

Originally penned between 1979 and 1982 and now published posthumously, this work remains a crucial contribution to contemporary economic discussions.

By: Karl Mittermaier (University of the Witwatersrand)
Imprint: Bristol University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
ISBN: 9781529250084
ISBN 10: 1529250080
Pages: 210
Publication Date: 29 May 2025
Audience: Professional and scholarly , General/trade , Undergraduate , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Unspecified

Karl Mittermaier (1938–2016) taught at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, from 1967 until 2002 when he retired.