The History of Economics in 25 Scenes

Idea

This project can be approached in three equivalent ways.

“The History of Economics in 25 Scenes” presents economic thought as a historical narrative shaped by philosophers, crises, discoveries, and social change. Through 25 short chapters that work both independently and as a coherent whole, it offers a clear map of how ideas about wealth, work, and markets evolved over time.

Rather than focusing on technical models, the project approaches economics as part of the broader history of ideas, from ancient moral reflections to modern debates on markets and inequality. In doing so, it serves both as an accessible introduction and as a guide to the intellectual roots of contemporary economic perspectives.

Start with any path below

Encounter the story

Get to know the content

A narrative introduction to the history of economic thought, presented through a sequence of short, focused scenes.

Each chapter can be approached independently or as part of a wider intellectual map.

Academy

Learn, Understand and Sense

Designed for readers who prefer guided understanding over independent exploration.

A structured learning path that organises the ideas of the book into a clear and progressive course.

Watch

Experience the idea

A visual interpretation of economic ideas through historical storytelling.

Episodes translate concepts into lived experiences, tensions and turning points.

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