An Essay on the Distribution of Livelihood (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Rossington Stanton

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484875302 ISBN 13: 9780484875301

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore the ideas behind how work, land, and population shape who gets what.

This concise work presents a provocative look at how economic value arises, how land tenure affects production, and why population growth must touch on policy and practical limits. It sets out a framework for understanding distribution that goes beyond standard theories, focusing on the interactions of labor, land, and capital.

The book lays out a sequence of concepts that connect production to livelihood, offering a new lens on taxes, wages, and the flow of goods. It discusses how demand, labor efficiency, and the capacity of land influence pricing, occupation, and living standards. With a clear, directive tone, it foregrounds questions about equity, organization, and the role of the state in managing population and resources.

• How labor, land, and capital contribute to the value of work and the distribution of income
• Why population policy and land tenure can affect production and livlihood for society
• Practical considerations for balancing growth, productivity, and equitable outcomes
• Thoughtful examination of taxation, wages, and the dynamics of supply and demand

Ideal for readers of economic theory seeking a fresh, historically grounded perspective on distribution, production, and social policy.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484875302
• ISBN 13: 9780484875301
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 131