Dedication

To all my students over the past 35 years,

This book is dedicated to each of you who have journeyed through the fascinating world of economics with me. Your curiosity, diligence, and enthusiasm have not only enriched our classroom but have also profoundly impacted my career and thinking. Thank you for being a part of my academic voyage, for sharing your insights, and for continuing to inspire the work that goes into these pages.

With gratitude and admiration,

Panagiotis (Peter) Tsigaris