The book *Cost-Benefit Analysis: Financial and Economic Appraisal Using Spreadsheets* (Second Edition) by Harry F. Campbell and Richard P.C. Brown provides a comprehensive guide to conducting cost-benefit analyses for projects, programs, and policies. The second edition has been updated and expanded, offering readers a practical introduction to the subject. Key economic questions addressed include whether the benefits of a project or policy exceed its costs, regardless of how widely costs and benefits are spread, and which groups benefit and bear the costs. The book emphasizes the practical application of economic principles using spreadsheets, encouraging readers to develop their skills through case studies and examples. The book is structured to allow readers to choose the level of analysis relevant to their needs, from basic project appraisal to more advanced topics such as consumer and producer surplus, non-market valuation, uncertainty, and economic impact analysis. It includes a detailed spreadsheet template for conducting cost-benefit analyses and provides numerous exercises and case studies to reinforce learning. The case studies, including a full-scale analysis of a proposed private investment project in a developing economy, are designed to illustrate the application of the principles discussed in the text. The book is suitable for courses on cost-benefit analysis, providing students with the skills to conduct appraisals and for professionals seeking a logical framework for their work. It covers a wide range of topics, from the theoretical foundations to practical applications, making it a valuable resource for both academics and practitioners.The book *Cost-Benefit Analysis: Financial and Economic Appraisal Using Spreadsheets* (Second Edition) by Harry F. Campbell and Richard P.C. Brown provides a comprehensive guide to conducting cost-benefit analyses for projects, programs, and policies. The second edition has been updated and expanded, offering readers a practical introduction to the subject. Key economic questions addressed include whether the benefits of a project or policy exceed its costs, regardless of how widely costs and benefits are spread, and which groups benefit and bear the costs. The book emphasizes the practical application of economic principles using spreadsheets, encouraging readers to develop their skills through case studies and examples. The book is structured to allow readers to choose the level of analysis relevant to their needs, from basic project appraisal to more advanced topics such as consumer and producer surplus, non-market valuation, uncertainty, and economic impact analysis. It includes a detailed spreadsheet template for conducting cost-benefit analyses and provides numerous exercises and case studies to reinforce learning. The case studies, including a full-scale analysis of a proposed private investment project in a developing economy, are designed to illustrate the application of the principles discussed in the text. The book is suitable for courses on cost-benefit analysis, providing students with the skills to conduct appraisals and for professionals seeking a logical framework for their work. It covers a wide range of topics, from the theoretical foundations to practical applications, making it a valuable resource for both academics and practitioners.