The first comprehensive economic history in comic form. Everyone talks about the economy, but what lies behind all those grand words and theories? What do we need to know to understand and engage in the conversation? Michael Goodwin has tackled these questions, and he provides answers. Economix explains everything from the beginnings of modern capitalism and its theories to economic successes and failures, culminating in today's perpetually crisis-prone global economy. This updated edition is expanded by 32 pages and includes a new preface by Rudolf Hickel.