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Metaphors as research tools in economics

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Purpose – The aim of this paper is to show that metaphors play an important role in the making of
economics.
Design/methodology/approach – The paper’s discussion is situated within the framework of
methodology of economics. It refers to recent studies on the role of metaphors in economics, as well as
to the rhetoric – realism controversy (e.g. D. McCloskey versus U. Mäki).
Findings – The principal results of the paper are: the demonstration of the importance of metaphors in
economics; and the claim that metaphors are not only used for rhetorical purposes but also serve as
research tools indispensable in explaining economic phenomena. They are also essential in economic
modeling.
Research limitations/implications – The claim that economic models function as networks of
metaphors needs further in-depth study, in particular drawing on insights from cognitive linguistics,
where we find many interesting research projects currently underway, would be desirable.
Originality/value – The article contributes to the rhetoric – realism debate in economics. It adds some
arguments to the literature claiming that rhetoric can be compatible with realism.

Keywords Rhetoric, Realism, Metaphors, Methodology of economics, Economic theorizing

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Judul Seri

On the horizon

No. Panggil

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Penerbit

: Emerald Group., 2014

Deskripsi Fisik

ON THE HORIZON VOL. 22 NO. 4, 2014, pp. 256-264

Bahasa

English

ISBN/ISSN

10748121

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Tipe Isi

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Tipe Media

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Tipe Pembawa

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Edisi

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Subjek

EKONOMI

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Asmawati/Syahrial

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