The Myth of the Free Market:

"Strongly recommended for both academics and non-academics with interest in economic policy."—Voluntas

"Thoughtful and erudite.... Mark Martinez forces us to re-examine the myth of the 'natural' free market order."—Ha-Joon Chang, University of Cambridge

"A fast-moving primer bursting with relevant examples, The Myth of the Free Market is—to put it mildly—eye-opening. Mark Martinez's insight could not have arrived at a more important time. Compelling from cover to cover."—Bill Harnsberger,  Daily Kos

"A timely, insightful, and controversial work reexamining the centuries-old conundrum of the proper balance between free market capitalism and role of government in our market economy."—Henry Lowenstein, Coastal Carolina University

"Provides a rich array of cases and a compelling argument for the central role of the state, and politics, in the development of markets."—Lia Roberts, Mount St. Mary's College

"Martinez provides a much-needed and welcome antidote to the free market mania that has dominated policymaking circles over the last thirty years.... Government's powerful protection of markets is discussed in broad historical terms, specific case studies, and thought-provoking analysis that connects perfectly with the current realities of our troubled economy and financial markets."—Peter H. Loedel, West Chester University