Memoir of a Maverick Economist and Politician

Memoir of a Maverick Economist and Politican

2026

Herbert Grubel

From the shadows of World War II Germany to the heights of global academia, politics, and economic thought, this is not just a memoir. It is a powerful testament to resilience, intellect, and the opportunities that shape a life.

Born in 1934 in Frankfurt, Herbert G. Grubel’s early years were marked by the chaos of war and the uncertainty of a changing world. Yet from those beginnings emerged a journey spanning continents, ideologies, and decades of transformation. Through determination and unrelenting curiosity, he rose to become a globally recognized economist, influential professor, and a voice in public policy.