Description:
It has been argued that economic theories are performative, and not only descriptive. Yet, there are issues with the definition of performativity within economics. For philosophers, the possibility of failure is built into their definition of a performative statement, this book argues the idea of failure is key to any definition of performativity.
Review Quotes:
"All in all, the book is an important attempt to systematically reconsider the theoretical foundations of performativity and to think through the implications of the conventionalist approach. It fits nicely with some contemporary suggestions to enrich the perspective on performativity by merging it with broader macro-sociological and political economy concerns." -- Ivan Boldyrev, Journal of Economic Methodology
"Brisset's originality must be emphasised. Since the 1970s, economic sociologists have read economists to criticise their theories, often proposing alternatives that they considered superior...Brisset shows with brilliance and depth how economists can benefit from reading economic sociology." -- Philippe Steiner, European Journal of the History of Economic Thought