Public finance : a contemporary application of theory to policy / David N. Hyman

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Chapter 1 Individuals and government -- Chapter 2 Efficiency, markets, and governments -- Chapter 3 Externalities and government policy -- Chapter 4 Public goods -- Chapter 5 Public choice and the political process -- Chapter 6 Cost-benefit analysis and government investments -- Chapter 7 Government subsidies and income support for the poor -- Chapter 8 Social security and social insurance -- Chapter 9 Government and health care -- Chapter10 Introduction to government finance -- Ch.apter11 Taxation, prices, efficiency, and the distribution of income -- Chapter12 Budget balance and government debt -- Chapter13 The theory of income taxation -- Chapter14 Taxation of personal income in the United States -- Chapter15 Taxation of corporate income -- Chapter16 Taxes on consumption and sales -- Chapter17 Taxes on wealth, property, and estates -- Chapter18 Fiscal federalism and the state and local government finance .

. The 11th edition of PUBLIC FINANCE addresses public issues that will confront the United States and other nations throughout the new millennium. Dr. Hyman first emphasizes the economic theory of public goods and how to best provide them. He then builds in relevant applications to illustrate the main economics points and ensure solid understanding. Packed with timely, real-world examples, this text sparks lively discussion and debate with its convincing coverage of hot topics using the latest government statistics and recent scholarly research. David N. Hyman, professor of economics and alumni distinguished undergraduate professor at North Carolina State University, has taught both undergraduate and graduate courses in public finance there since 1969.