Superheroes and economics: the shadowy world of capes, masks and invisible hands

At first sight, superheroes and economics seem to occupy completely different dimensions - but a clash of dimensions is a classic comic book storyline!

In this first-of-its kind book, an economist and a business writer assemble an A-team of academic talent to explore the intersection of superhero mythology and economic theory in ten accessible chapters. 'Superheroes and Economics' uncovers basic economic truths that are integral to the comic stories from some of the genres most famous names.

The authors of the chapters look at ways that economic principles can add authenticity to imagined universes, and how familiar superhero stories can demonstrate concepts used by economists to forecast the behaviour of markets and individuals.