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A Rapid Course in English for Students of Economics by Tom McArthur: A Review

A Rapid Course in English for Students of Economics is a book written by Tom McArthur, a former professor of English at the University of Quebec and editor of the journal English Today and the full Oxford Companion to the English Language[^1^]. The book was first published by Oxford University Press in 1973 and has been reprinted several times since then[^1^] [^2^]. It is designed as a preparatory course for students who want to study economics in English, either as the medium of instruction or as a library language[^3^].

The book consists of 14 units that cover various topics related to economics, such as money, trade, production, consumption, inflation, unemployment, taxation, and development. Each unit contains a reading passage, a vocabulary list, a grammar section, a comprehension exercise, and a writing task. The units are graded in length and difficulty, starting from simple texts and sentences to more complex and specialized ones. The book also includes an answer key and a glossary of economic terms.

The book aims to help students develop their reading, writing, and speaking skills in English for academic purposes. It also introduces them to some basic concepts and terminology of economics. The book is suitable for intermediate to advanced learners of English who have some background knowledge of economics or who are interested in learning more about it. The book can be used as a self-study material or as a supplementary resource for classroom instruction.

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One of the strengths of this book is that it provides a clear and concise introduction to the main concepts and terms of economics, such as supply and demand, opportunity cost, elasticity, equilibrium, and comparative advantage. The author uses examples and diagrams to illustrate these concepts and show how they apply to real-world situations. The book also explains some of the different schools of thought and perspectives on economics, such as classical, Keynesian, Marxist, and feminist. The author does not take sides or impose his own views, but rather presents the arguments and evidence for each approach.

One of the weaknesses of this book is that it is somewhat outdated and does not cover some of the recent developments and issues in economics, such as globalization, environmental sustainability, digital currencies, and behavioral economics. The book also assumes that the reader has some prior knowledge of mathematics and statistics, which may not be the case for some students. Some of the exercises and tasks are too challenging or vague for self-study and may require guidance from a teacher or tutor.

Overall, A Rapid Course in English for Students of Economics is a useful and informative book for students who want to improve their English skills and learn more about economics. It covers a lot of ground in a short amount of time and provides a solid foundation for further study. However, the book may not be suitable for beginners or for those who want to keep up with the latest trends and debates in economics. The book is best used as a supplement to other sources and materials.