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This book examines the history of agricultural and free trade policies, delving into the impact of these policies on the development of nations from ancient times to the present day. The author argues that free trade, while beneficial in theory, can have disastrous consequences in practice, especially for nations in different stages of economic development. The book draws on historical examples, such as the decline of agriculture in the Roman Empire due to the influx of cheap grain from Egypt, to illustrate the dangers of relying too heavily on foreign imports. The author argues that a balanced approach to trade, one that protects domestic industries while also allowing for the import of goods that cannot be produced domestically, is essential for sustainable economic growth.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the history of agricultural and free trade policies, delving into the impact of these policies on the development of nations from ancient times to the present day. The author argues that free trade, while beneficial in theory, can have disastrous consequences in practice, especially for nations in different stages of economic development. The book draws on historical examples, such as the decline of agriculture in the Roman Empire due to the influx of cheap grain from Egypt, to illustrate the dangers of relying too heavily on foreign imports. The author argues that a balanced approach to trade, one that protects domestic industries while also allowing for the import of goods that cannot be produced domestically, is essential for sustainable economic growth. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334474040_0
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