A Short History Of Political Economy In England: From Adam Smith To Arnold Toynbee

By Langford Lovell Price

Book Overview

""A Short History of Political Economy in England: From Adam Smith to Arnold Toynbee"" by L.L. Price is a comprehensive guide to the development of political economy in England from the 18th century to the early 20th century. The book explores the key figures who shaped the field, including Adam Smith, David Ricardo, John Stuart Mill, and Karl Marx, and their contributions to economic theory and policy. It also covers the social and political context in which these ideas emerged, including the Industrial Revolution, the rise of capitalism, and the growth of the British Empire. The book provides a detailed analysis of the debates and controversies that have shaped the discipline, including the role of the state in economic affairs, the nature of competition and monopoly, and the relationship between economics and ethics. Overall, ""A Short History of Political Economy in England"" is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of economic thought and the evolution of economic policy in England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428615687
• ISBN13: 9781428615687
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"