In this book, Arnold continues to set the standard for clear, balanced, and thorough coverage of principles of economics that truly engages students. With six new chapters, easy customization, and fully integrated digital and course management options, "Economics", 8e is the perfect solution for any classroom. Packed with intriguing pop culture examples to which students relate, the text bolsters student interest in economics by illustrating unexpected places economics occurs, how economic forces link events around the world to their lives, and how economics can be used as a tool in understanding the world.In addition, the eighth edition is integrated with such powerful resources as 'ThomsonNOW', 'Aplia', and the 'Tomlinson Videos'. Allowing for true course customization, these resources enable instructors to teach what the want, how they want plus give them unsurpassed planning and management tools, such as homework that is automatically assigned, graded, and recorded online. Students, in turn, gain a customized learning path tailored to their specific areas of strength and weakness, ensuring they gain complete mastery of course content.With new content reflecting a changing economy and new resources catering to the needs of a changing classroom, "Economics", 8e is your ideal solution for the principles course.