"What's the Economy for, Anyway?" has received many accolades. Please see below for a selection of reviews.

"De Graaf and Batker’s criticisms—of big business, taxation, American universities, Obama’s response to the financial meltdown—are lucid; what comes as a pleasant surprise is that their solutions are no less clear and actionable." - Publishers Weekly

"This is a well argued and clearly written work that will appeal to a wide variety of readers with a broad spectrum of interests (previous knowledge of economics is not a prerequisite). The book makes eminent sense. It ought to be required reading. And even better, it is desirable reading." - New York Journal of Books

"The authors offer dozens of examples and practical solutions to help us choose another way forward. Taking a step back has never seemed more timely than now." - The Boston Globe

"This book is an excellent contribution to our national discourse" - Booklist

"A stimulating approach to the economy, which puts people and their needs ahead of money-based indicators of growth and performance. An entertaining presentation of important ideas and information about how lives could be improved." - Kirkus Reviews

"This is the news that everyone needs: you don't have to live in exactly the world you grew up in. What's the Economy for, Anyway? shows that there are other possibilities, and they're well worth considering. It's completely great!" - Bill McKibben, visiting professor at Middlebury College, Author of Deep Economy and The End of Nature.

"'What's the Economy For, Anyway?' is a thoughtful book that injects a note of optimism into what has become an increasingly dispirited discussion surrounding the economy." - Bellingham Herald