In Search of a Definition For the History of Economic Thought

Rebeca Gomez Betancourt and Alexander Tobon

Lecturas de Economía, 2009, issue 71, 235-250

Abstract: This note discusses some ideas in regards to the character, method, and identity of historians of economic thought. They may be considered “generalist” economists, who hold knowledge of general theories. This knowledge allows them to establish links between different fields of specialization in economic, and the reconciliation with the contemporary economics. Therefore, historians of economic thought have a precise and permanent position within the economicsdiscipline.

Keywords: History of Economic Thought; History of Sciences; Economic Methodology; Economic Theory; Economist (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: A11 B10 B20 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2009
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