This groundbreaking volume critically analyzes and compares the writings on government expenditure, taxation and public debt of thinkers such as Adam Smith, Jeremy Bentham, David Ricardo and Thomas Malthus. These key figures are united by their struggles with fiscal theory - an important feature in the formation and development of political economy.
An original and intriguing read, this book breathes fresh life into the history of economic thought. Dome's clear and exciting arguments will make for essential reading for historians of economic thought, economic historians and those with an interest in public finance.
This groundbreaking volume critically analyzes and compares the writings on government expenditure, taxation and public debt of thinkers such as Adam Smith, Jeremy Bentham, David Ricardo and Thomas Malthus. These key figures are united by their struggles with fiscal theory - an important feature in the formation and development of political economy.
An original and intriguing read, this book breathes fresh life into the history of economic thought. Dome's clear and exciting arguments will make for essential reading for historians of economic thought, economic historians and those with an interest in public finance.
Political Economy of Public Finance in Britain, 1767-1873
244Political Economy of Public Finance in Britain, 1767-1873
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Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9780415406963 |
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Publisher: | Taylor & Francis |
Publication date: | 08/01/2006 |
Series: | Routledge Studies in the History of Economics |
Edition description: | Revised ed. |
Pages: | 244 |
Product dimensions: | 6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d) |