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Keynes is best approached historically, since his ideas were forged in the crises of his time. A good path starts with a biography and the economic world he was reacting against, then his more readable works and a good guide to the General Theory, before the dense theory itself and the long argument over Keynesianism that his revolution set off.

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How should I approach learning understanding keynes?
Keynes is best approached historically, since his ideas were forged in the crises of his time. A good path starts with a biography and the economic world he was reacting against, then his more readable works and a good guide to the General Theory, before the dense theory itself and the long argument over Keynesianism that his revolution set off.
What's a good book to start understanding keynes with?
A strong starting point is John Maynard Keynes by Hyman P. Minsky. The ordered reading paths above show exactly where it fits and what to read next.
What should I read after understanding keynes?
Once you have the fundamentals, explore closely related subjects like Understanding Hayek, Understanding Tocqueville, Understanding Frantz Fanon.

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