Andrew Leigh

Andrew Leigh is an Australian economist, politician, and prolific author known for making complex ideas accessible to general audiences. He serves as a Member of Parliament in Australia and has previously held academic positions at the Australian National University. In "How Economics Explains the World," Leigh draws on his expertise to explore how economic thinking shapes societies, policies, and everyday life. He is also the author of several other books blending economics with social commentary. Leigh is widely respected for his ability to bridge the worlds of academia, public policy, and popular writing with clarity and wit.