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The economist is a magazine (newspaper type thing) that is released on a weekly basis. It comes with a rather large price tag of £3.90, but it would be wise to maybe try it once at this price, and then if you feel you like it then subscribe for a longer period of time.
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Advantages: useful with a variety of different issues from politics to economics, to world affairs Disadvantages: A rather big price tage at £3.90 (but a subscriptipn brings massive savings)
...A-level and have throughly enjoyed the subject and found it very interesting on a personal level and particularly as it is key in every business, government and country. I am now looking to read economics at university and it was therefore suggested that i start reading the economist. I have since subscribed to the economist for a year and after having been reading it for a few months now have really enjoyed it.
The economist is a ... ...really want to know what the economist is all about, and from the title you can guess that economics plays a major role in the magazine.
However, in my view it is definitely more than a simple magazine, but a very informative and useful "newspaper" with a variety of different current affairs issues. It is written by economists and includes issues about politics, and has separate sections for a variety of different countries, it of ... more
I am currently studying economics at A-level and have throughly enjoyed the subject and found it very interesting on a personal level and particularly as it is key in every business, government and country. I am now looking to read economics at university and it was therefore suggested that i start reading the economist. I have since subscribed to the economist for a year and after having been reading it for a few months now have really enjoyed it.
The economist is a magazine (newspaper type thing) that is released on a weekly basis. It comes with a rather large price tag of £3.90, but it would be wise to maybe try it once at this price, and then if you feel you like it then subscribe for a longer period of time. Current subscription prices: Special offer - £12.00 for 12 issues (save 74%) 1 year - £93.00 (save 53%) 2 years - £166.00 (save 58%) 3 years - £216.00 (save64%)
But before you buy it you will really want to know what the economist is all about, and from the title you can guess that economics plays a major role in the magazine. However, in my view it is definitely more than a simple magazine, but a very informative and useful "newspaper" with a variety of different current affairs issues. It is written by economists and includes issues about politics, and has separate sections for a variety of different countries, it of course has a section on economics, as well as business and science and technology sections. I enjoy the fact that they are written by economists as they seem to be very detailed articles which include a variety of complex issues and points. They also seem extremely well researched and in some ways not too bias.
It starts with a basic summary of all major news and incidents which have occurred across the world this week. In politics it looks in particular detail at all the different world leaders and their recent moves and actions. For example this week looks in particular at David Cameron, the conservative leader. An article which i found extremely interesting was on Mugabe and his recent victory in Zimbabwe. The article discussed in great detail about his "politics" and role as a leader and how other countries have reacted to the recent atrocities. However, it explained extremely well the reasons as to why it is so difficult, particularly for other African countries, to remove or take action against Mugabe.
The economist also looks in detail at all major countries including Britain, Europe, United States, The Americas, Middle East and Africa and Asia. These contain a variety of different issues from politics, international relations and religion to youths, unemployment and defense (or nuclear action for example). I have to say that i am astounded at the amount of different issues that are covered and discussed in so great detail. It just proves how this magazine is suitable for so many different people and of course you do not have to read it all, but just select the articles which most interest you.
The economist then goes on to discuss Business, finance and economics (it had to come in somewhere). I ttalks about a variety of different types of businesses in both the private and public sector. As well as banks and in particular the recession that seems to be closing in on us all at the moment - i.e th 'credit crunch'.
Science and technology is also a very interesting section in which there are articles on all different discoveries and advances in technology such as 'quantum information technology'.
The final section is on books and arts and is a very nice relaxed way to finish such a great magazine.
Although in some ways the Economist seems to be just full of words and looks rather dull the issues discussed can be rather intriguing and some relevant pictures, or graphs will reinforce the text and make it easier to read (it looks more appealing).
As well as a subscription to the magazine ( if you choose to go for this), you will also receive free access to 'economist.com' the website for the magazine which itself covers many great issues and you can also find past articles and look at these.
This, in my opinion , is a great magazine in which you can find out about everything that has happened in the world over the past week as well as there being interesting issues that you may not otherwise find out about. And if you really get into it you can always write a letter in with your views on an issue and this may be published in the letters section. I would recommend this magazine to a whole variety of people from economics students or those interested in studying economics to anyone really who is interested in what is happening in the world and would enjoy something with a variety of issues in it!
I would not advise purchasing from a shop each week due to the rather hefty cost, but would suggest subscribing due to the massive savings and great benefits you will get from this magazine!
Advantages: Intelligent, easy to read, broad scope Disadvantages: Pricey, no celeb news!
...am a real fan on the Economist magazine, and have now been a subscriber for about 2 years. I first started reading it as a kid, as my family got it, but always found it extremely dull at the time. However, with age and time, I've gradually realised how much of a quality journal it is. It comes out weekly, and find it gives me enough information to make daily newspapers largely redundant, and a lot more info as well. ------------------
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... ...the most catchy or sexy name, but the Economist isn't all about economics. Its foundations certainly are in economics, but its articles cover a huge range of topics, be it the environment, arts, politics or science. There is a section on Finance and Stock Markets at the back, but I know plenty of people who have no interest in economics who enjoy reading this magazine. It comes out every Friday (the print deadline is 7.00PM Thursday), and is remarkably ...
Dan_ep 05.06.2006
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Advantages: Thorough, well-written, engaging, topical Disadvantages: Subtle bias, less British news now than before
...friend of mine once described The Economist. This is a newsmagazine par excellence; it is head and shoulders above the rest, and claims (which great justification) to be the newsreporter of the world.
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Since its founding by James Wilson in 1843, The Economist has been the world's most enduring and distinguished proponent of free markest and free trade. 'To be sensible without being heavy, to be lively without being ... ...This magazine is read by the powerful and the power-hope-fuls in every capital in the world. The Economist prides itself on being one edition, consistent in publication throughout the world; for the longest time it said it would not succumb to the temptation of 'regional' editions, which might boost sales but lessen the 'one news source for the world'. In the end, it did begin having some regional variety, but also maintains a level of consistency ...
frkurt 15.02.2003
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Advantages: intelligent, informative, in-depth coverage, well written Disadvantages: expensive, sometimes too political
...Geographic isn’t that far off the norm, but when I tell people I’m a huge fan of reading “The Economist,” I get either raised eyebrows or comments on what a peculiar and strangely mature taste in magazines I have. But I don’t see it that way. I have this desire to keep myself constantly informed about what’s happening in the world, because I believe it’s important and the more I know, the more I can make up my own mind about events rather than relying ... ...find it that surprising that the Economist is one of my favorite publications. As the name would suggest, the magazine does concern itself with economics, but that’s not really the main focus. Each issue begins with letters to the editor, editorial pages that discuss various issues of importance that are the lead articles, articles about international issues, British issues, economic forecasts and information, science and technology, book reviews, ...
mystikchick17 12.08.2004
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Advantages: Incisive journalism. Informative. Great writing Disadvantages: Expensive
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The Economist published in London is one of the great magazines, and,is arguably the finest weekly news magazine in the world. It certainly has a growing reputation around the world, both for its solid editorial contents,standard of writing and its international coverage.It displays an amazing attention to detail and is far superior,in my opinion,to the likes of Time or Newsweek,its ... ...find the reasons why.I admit to being an economist and thus am open to being biased on account of being very interested in the subject matter but I believe the Economist is very,very, interesting to non economists just as it is to economists. It has a simply magnificent team of writers who have a real ability in defining complex issues in easy to understand terms. The standard of writing in this British-based publication has always been high and ...
ashford 19.10.2001
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Advantages: up to date news from around the world Disadvantages: Price, but subscription is a lot better
...desired reading material, extra to the normal big fat, boring, text books and journals that I’m supposed and expected to read as part of my course.
For all of those people who don’t know me, or what I do, I’m a geography student at the University of Plymouth, which has one of the best departments in the country, some very talented and respected lecturers, and a great and useful web site with brilliant links in the geography department ... ...to read a lot about the various topics that I study every semester, be it biogeography, statistics, or international and political geography. As my preferred subject is political geography then there are several publications that I could read to keep me informed on the day-to-day goings on in the world.
I have read several of ‘The Economists’ rivals in this field and have come to the conclusion that it is the best of the bunch. It only ...
WILMA 29.03.2001
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