1. Economics: A Student Guide (1999): This introductory economics textbook is aimed at high school and undergraduate students. It provides an overview of fundamental economic concepts, theories, and principles, covering topics such as supply and demand, market equilibrium, international trade, economic growth, and public policies.
2. The World's Greatest Economists: 25 Thinkers Who Shaped Our Economic World (2004): This book presents biographies of 25 influential economists from different periods of history, including classical economists like Adam Smith, Karl Marx, and John Maynard Keynes, as well as contemporary economists like Milton Friedman, Joseph Stiglitz, and Amartya Sen.
3. The Globalization Paradox: Democracy and the Future of the World Economy (2005): In this book, Benham discusses the challenges and opportunities presented by globalization, paying particular attention to the relationship between economic globalization and democratic governance. He explores the potential for globalization to contribute to economic growth and human development while also examining the risks of widening inequality and the erosion of democratic institutions.
4. The Political Economy of Europe: Diversity and Convergence (2008): This book provides an analysis of the political economies of European countries, examining the similarities and differences in economic policies, institutions, and outcomes across the continent. Benham explores the interplay between politics and economics in Europe, the role of the European Union, and the challenges facing European economies in the context of globalization.
5. Global Inequalities: Insights from Economic History (2010): In this book, Benham draws on historical examples from different parts of the world to analyze global inequalities and their causes. He examines the role of factors such as natural resources, technological progress, institutions, and policies in shaping economic disparities between countries.
These are just a few of the books written by Ken E. Benham, covering topics in economics, economic history, and international relations.