Description:Few economists can rival the impact which Armen A. Alchian has had in so many areas of economics. From economic law to industrial organization, macroeconomics to finance and basic economic theory, his ideas have influenced generations of economists. In this collection leading economists pay tribute to Alchian's life and work. All aspects of his work, including topics little studied by economists, are discussed in detail. These papers continue Alchian's work in a variety of areas and make clear that his ideas and writings have withstood the test of time.