The theory of monopolistic competition : with particular reference to its validity when considered as a theory of the firm in retail trade

The development, in the early '30's, of the Theories of Monopolistic and Imperfect Competition, provided a valuable contribution to the toolkit of the theoretical economist. Subsequent work has both amplified and clarified the area of general applicability and a sophisticated body of analysis has been established. In certain respects however, the framework has not received sufficient attention. There is difficulty in explaining the phenomena experienced in retailing without placing a great strain upon the fabric of orthodox theory. The purpose of this study is to provide a picture of the theory as it has been developed over almost four decades, and ultimately, after discussion, to proceed to the development of an expanded analysis.

Grantor dc:publisher.institution

School of Economics

Year dc:date.issued

1968

Author dc:creator

• Rothschild, Robert

Advisor dc:contributor.advisor

• Gurzynski, Z S

Language dc:language.iso

eng

Handle dc:identifier.uri

http://hdl.handle.net/11427/22317

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:open.uct.ac.za:11427/22317