This thorough and lucid exposition of public sector economics sets out fundamental theories which students can cement their understanding of through web based applications.This book: offers a penetrating and deeper analysis of the theories than competing titles; includes website applications, which will allow students to apply their own learning to local and relevant real world examples; provides a balanced view of important concepts including mainstream theories; and maintains a strong theoretical focus throughout the book.The author has much experience teaching public sector economics. A comprehensive and penetrating exposition of public sector economic theory, this book provides a balanced and thorough view of mainstream concepts with a strong theoretical focus throughout. Web based examples will reinforce for students how these theories can be applied in a local and relevant real world context.