Essentials of Economics ISE

Brue Essentials of Economics, 5th Edition, provides a fresh alternative to the survey course that is both substantive and appropriate for the introductory economics student. Essentials of Economics provides the best elements of McConnell/Brue/Flynn Economics 22nd edition with unique content designed to help students understand and engage with the material in one semester.

Brue helps students master the principles essential for understanding the economic problem, specific economic issues, and policy alternatives. It helps students understand and apply the economic perspective and reason accurately and objectively about economic matters. Finally, Brue promotes a lasting student interest in economics and the economy.


With Connect, the fully integrated digital package, including SmartBook 2.0 adaptive reading, videos, interactive graphs, and math prep – Essentials of Economics is an engaging and unique offer for the condensed survey course format that illustrates concepts in a relatable and readable way.