Thank you for putting in the work writing this blog! It’s such a great read, and the mix of topics keeps things fresh. Personally, I found your piece on Albert Hirschman the best up to date… but I‘m curious for what you still have in store for your readership!
As a (very) larval economic historian, I find all your pieces inspiring, Oliver — always a great blend of historical economics and economic history. To peek into your draft folder… :)
Hi Oliver! Your essays are great. It would be amazing if you could write a post on the basic readings one should read to understand development economics. I know there are a lot of syllabus out there, but I would really like to know your personal selection. In my experience, "what to read" posts tend to be quite popular and long lasting!
Your blog posts are fascinating, ask big questions and are always thoughtful and empirically grounded. Without a doubt some of my favourite reads last year.
I really liked your observation that “most of the work academic economists do… is downstream of basic questions of measurement.” It's a helpful reminder that even the most elegant analysis depends on how well we understand the data beneath it, especially in places where statistical capacity is limited. Looking back at a year of essays through recurring themes also makes a compelling case for why evergreen writing can have a longer shelf life than reacting to the news cycle.
Thank you for putting in the work writing this blog! It’s such a great read, and the mix of topics keeps things fresh. Personally, I found your piece on Albert Hirschman the best up to date… but I‘m curious for what you still have in store for your readership!
As a (very) larval economic historian, I find all your pieces inspiring, Oliver — always a great blend of historical economics and economic history. To peek into your draft folder… :)
Hi Oliver! Your essays are great. It would be amazing if you could write a post on the basic readings one should read to understand development economics. I know there are a lot of syllabus out there, but I would really like to know your personal selection. In my experience, "what to read" posts tend to be quite popular and long lasting!
Thanks! That's kind of you to say -- and a good idea!
Your blog posts are fascinating, ask big questions and are always thoughtful and empirically grounded. Without a doubt some of my favourite reads last year.
I really liked your observation that “most of the work academic economists do… is downstream of basic questions of measurement.” It's a helpful reminder that even the most elegant analysis depends on how well we understand the data beneath it, especially in places where statistical capacity is limited. Looking back at a year of essays through recurring themes also makes a compelling case for why evergreen writing can have a longer shelf life than reacting to the news cycle.