Rasselas: A Case in Behavioral Economics

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Teddy Lishan Desta
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18395043
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Abstract

The paper uses the 18th fictional work of Samuel Johnson, "Rasselas", as a laboratory to observe human decision-making through behavioral economics lens.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Decision-Making and Behavioral Economics Experimental Behavioral Economics Studies Economic Theory and Institutions

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
27 January 2026
Language
EN